Dundee. Online extortion involves interaction through email or a chat service. Victims are blackmailed into sending money to prevent private conversations being shared publicly, or with personal contacts.
The women, aged 22 and 24, were arrested in the city on February 11. Their offences dated back to July 2020. The pair were released from custody and will appear at Dundee Sheriff Court at a later date Police are urging Scots to be mindful of online safety.Detective Sergeant Simon Murray said: “This has been an extensive investigation by response and specialist officers, and I would like to thank them all for their efforts.
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