Kingston Police warn youth targeted by "The Com" online criminal group

Kingston Police have identified an emerging online threat called "The Com" targeting young people via gaming and social media platforms. Parents are urged to monitor children's online activity.

Online group "The Com" exploiting youth through gaming and social media platforms

Kingston Police are warning parents of an emerging online threat targeting young people, kingstondaily.ca reports.

A group known as the Community, or "The Com," has been using platforms including Snapchat, Minecraft, and Twitch to reach children and teenagers. Investigators have linked the group to online exploitation, coercion, extortion, and other criminal activity.

Police are urging parents and caregivers to monitor their children's online activities and to watch for warning signs, including increased secrecy around devices, sudden changes in mood or behaviour, and declining school performance.

Anyone who believes a child may be at risk, or who has information related to online exploitation, is encouraged to contact Kingston Police at 613-549-4660 ext. 0.

Source: Google News JM — Kingston