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FBI warns parents about online photos, sextortion, hoax school threats as students return to class
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Anastassia Olmos , as published by Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· July 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on these concerns and how parents can help keep their children safe are available from the FBI's Atlanta field office, as reported by Atlanta News First.
The FBI's Atlanta field office is warning parents about online safety as students return to class. Parents are urged to be aware of what their children are sharing online and the potential risks. The FBI has identified several areas of concern, including the risks associated with sharing first-day photos and a rise in sextortion cases targeting minors.
Hoax school threats are also a concern. Further details on these concerns and how parents can help keep their children safe are available from the FBI's Atlanta field office, as reported by Atlanta News First.
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Category: schools Published: July 29, 2026 Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News Reading time: 1 min
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