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Gamer Offers V-Bucks to Exploit Minor | Charleston News
A 22-year-old man in Nicholas County is facing serious charges after allegedly trying to exploit a minor through video games—offering Fortnite V-Bucks and Battle Passes in exchange for explicit photos. The scheme began last year at the West Virginia State Fair, where he met the minor and continued contact via texts and online gaming. He even attempted to arrange a second meeting at this year’s fair. Charged with solicitation of a minor via computer and using a minor to produce obscene material, he’s held on a $50,000 bond. Authorities warn parents to monitor their kids’ online activity as…
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