A Canadian man is sentenced to 33 years in federal prison in the United States for a yearslong sextortion scheme that targeted more than 140 children across the country, according to multiple reports. The man, described as being in his 40s, pleads guilty to charges involving sexual exploitation through coercion and threats. Investigators say the scheme lasted about eight years and involved victims as young as six years old. The total number of reported victims is stated as more than 140, including one account that specifies 145 children.
American officials characterize the operation as widespread and organized, relying on online contact to exploit children and pressure them into complying with sexual demands. After sentencing, the case highlights coordination between U.S. authorities and officials in Canada, reflecting the cross-border nature of the alleged offenses. The reports consistently state the sentence length, the sextortion characterization, the multi-year duration, and the broad count and young ages of victims.
