Nigerian man extradited to US for alleged sextortion scheme that led to SC teen’s suicide

South Carolina state Rep. Brandon Guffey’s son, Gavin, died by suicide after falling victim to a sextortion scheme orchestrated by Nigerian man Hassanbunhussein Abolore Lawal, who posed as a young woman on social media to obtain compromising photos and extort money. Lawal has been indicted on various charges related to the case. The incident highlights the dangers of sextortion and the need for social media companies to enhance child protection measures.

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