Criminal networks use emotional manipulation and grooming techniques when they attempt to recruit children and young people for violence on demand via the internet.

How criminal networks lure children and young people into violence on demand

En svensk jobliste over kriminelle jobtilbud udbudt på digitale tjenester, som Politiken er kommet i besiddelse af. Listen er et eksempel på online-kommunikation i crime as a service-kulturen. Animation og collage: Tomas Østergren. Foto: Kåre Viemose

When minors are targeted online to be recruited for drug crimes, cyber attacks, online fraud, extortion, violence, or murder, criminals use cunning manipulations to foster loyalty and a sense of belonging, which can lure teenagers into criminal activities.

They attempt to make young people feel »special« by presenting illegal activities as exclusive opportunities for those who possess unique qualities, and they particularly appeal to minors who seek recognition, protection, or a sense of community.

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