Florida AG Announced Arrest, Extradition of Snapchat, Roblox Child Predator

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the arrest and extradition of a Snapchat and Roblox predator. This investigation was a collaborative effort between the Office of Statewide Prosecution, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), and the Green Cove Springs Police Department (GCSPD) in Clay County. Investigators found that 29-year-old Justin Adkins first interacted with the victim in 2024 on Fortnite, an online battle royale game popular among children. The two chatted on the gaming platform, exchanged phone numbers, and began communicating on Snapchat, a popular mobile messaging app primarily used for sharing photos and videos (“snaps”) that disappear after being viewed. The Florida Attorney General’s office stated that Adkins convinced the victim that they were in a romantic relationship, despite knowing the victim’s age. He coerced the victim into creating and sending hundreds of pornographic pictures and videos. Additionally, Adkins was sending adult pornographic material to the victim with instructions to recreate it, according to the Florida AG’s office. Adkins manipulated the victim by purchasing gifts, including a new iPhone, with which he wanted the victim to produce higher-quality child sexual abuse material. He also sent V-bucks, the currency in Fortnite, and Robux, the currency in Roblox. Roblox is
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