Sextortion
Not long ago, making prank calls was the worst trouble a group of teens could get into with a telephone. But today, predators use phones to stalk and blackmail teens on social media and dating apps.
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Not long ago, making prank calls was the worst trouble a group of teens could get into with a telephone. But today, predators use phones to stalk and blackmail teens on social media and dating apps.
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Accredited since 2001, the HSI Forensic Laboratory applies scientific principles to provide a broad range of forensic, intelligence, and investigative support services across all HSI programmatic areas.
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Andre R. Watson manages the federal government’s response to National Security by operating as the principal investigative component in the fight against counterterrorism, human rights and war crime atrocities, and maintaining the integrity of the U.S. immigration system for foreign student visitors.
Harley Ray Shuler manages information technology programs and initiatives directly supporting HSI’s law enforcement mission and develops major advancements in technology used to combat crime.
We have a footprint of approximately 6,000 special agents collectively deployed to over 200 offices across the United States; and to more than 90 international (attaché) offices located at U.S. embassy/consulate offices, including 15 Department of Defense liaisons in more than 50 countries around the world.
HSI has over 200 offices across the United States, including 30 Special Agent in Charge (SAC) offices.
If this is an emergency, contact 911 or local police immediately. Otherwise, learn how to contact us to report a tip, engage with your local SAC office, or contact an international office.
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