Predicting prolific live streaming of child sexual abuse

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Timothy Cubitt ◽  
Sarah Napier
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Child Sexual Abuse ◽  
High Volume ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Live Streaming ◽  
Learning Approach ◽  
Sexual Offences ◽  
Crime Type ◽  
Machine Learning Approach ◽  
Crime Types

Technologically enabled crime has proliferated in recent years. One such crime type is the live streaming of child sexual abuse (CSA). This study employs a machine learning approach to better understand the characteristics of Australians who engaged with known facilitators of CSA live streaming in the Philippines. This model demonstrated notable success in identifying the individuals who would engage in a high number of transactions with known facilitators. Individuals engaged in high-volume live streaming typically spent small amounts (under $55) at intervals of less than 20 days. Where prolific offenders had a criminal record, it was unlikely to consist of high-harm crime types, such as violent or sexual offences.

How do child sexual abuse live streaming offenders access victims?

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Napier ◽  
Coen Teunissen
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Primary Prevention ◽  
Child Sexual Abuse ◽  
Situational Crime Prevention ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Live Streaming ◽  
Prevention Measures ◽  
Warning Messages ◽  
Experienced Child ◽  
To Receive

This study analysed chat logs obtained for seven offenders who committed 145 child sexual abuse (CSA) live streaming offences against 74 victims. The study found that offenders accessed victims online or by forming relationships with Filipino locals during trips to the Philippines, which would then move online and lead to CSA live streaming. A facilitator was involved in approximately 35 percent of offences. Facilitators were often female family members of victims (eg mothers and sisters). Some facilitators appeared to have experienced child sexual abuse as well. Although some offenders intentionally targeted children, it was also common for offenders to receive unsolicited offers of CSA live streaming from facilitators and victims. This suggests that some CSA live streaming offenders are ‘opportunistic’, and may be responsive to situational crime prevention and primary prevention measures such as messaging campaigns and online warning messages posted on specific sites where victims are targeted.

scholarly journals Australians who view live streaming of child sexual abuse: An analysis of financial transactions

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rick Brown ◽  
Sarah Napier
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Child Sexual Abuse ◽  
Small Proportion ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Criminal History ◽  
Live Streaming ◽  
Criminal Record ◽  
Sexual Offence ◽  
Financial Transactions

In recent years, there has been growing evidence of live streaming technologies being used to facilitate child sexual abuse (CSA). This study examined a sample of financial transactions made by a cohort of Australians who provided funds to known facilitators of CSA live streaming in the Philippines. The results showed that these individuals were likely to be aged in their 50s or 60s and the majority (55%) had no criminal record. Ten percent had a sexual offence recorded in their criminal history. Most CSA live streaming transactions involved a small proportion of individuals. Just three percent accounted for half of all transactions. In contrast, 25 percent of individuals made just three percent of transactions.As individuals purchased more CSA live streaming transactions, the median amounts they paid increased and the transactions became more frequent. These two variables were significantly correlated. This may reflect an escalation in the frequency and severity of offending.

Live streaming of child sexual abuse: an analysis of offender chat logs

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Napier ◽  
Coen Teunissen
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Law Enforcement ◽  
Child Sexual Abuse ◽  
Policy Development ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Live Streaming ◽  
Key Factors

Live streaming of child sexual abuse presents challenges for law enforcement and policy development. This study analysed chat logs from seven offenders who watched and directed the sexual abuse of 74 children (mostly in the Philippines) via live stream. The study found that offenders paid facilitators and victims very small amounts of money (median A$51) to view the sexual abuse of children, and used mainstream messaging and video platforms (eg Facebook) to communicate and transmit the abusive materials. Two key factors emerged from this study that present potential points for intervention and disruption: payment characteristics (such as price ranges and the use of remittance services) and messaging platforms where offenders view CSA live streaming.

Preventing child sexual abuse and the use of child abuse images: the Prevention Project Dunkelfeld as an international perspective

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 61-66 ◽  
Author(s):  
Klaus M. Beier
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Child Sexual Abuse ◽  
Sex Offenders ◽  
Mental Health Professionals ◽  
Child Pornography ◽  
Sexual Exploitation ◽  
International Perspective ◽  
The Body ◽  
World Health ◽  
Sexual Offences

Paedophilia—a sexual preference for the body scheme of pre-pubescent children—is defined as a disorder within the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) of the World Health Organization as well as within the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) of the American Psychiatric Association. Contrary to popular belief, not all sex offenders who target children are paedophiles, and not all paedophiles commit sexual offences. But quite obviously paedophilia is an emotionally charged and controversial topic, which might be an explanation for putting it out of focus within the healthcare system. Mental health professionals are mainly (and worldwide) not well trained in terms of assessment methods and intervention techniques available to develop and implement effective policies and practices. This presents an obstacle for prevention, in that proactive strategies to protect children from child sexual abuse and sexual exploitation by online offences, such as the consumption or distribution of child abusive images (so-called child pornography), which emphasises the internationally relevant dimension of the issue. The article will address key concerns and questions in dealing with this clinically relevant population, offer insights into a primary prevention approach developed in Germany, and discuss the situation on a European level.

Right to Protection against Sexual Abuse and Exploitation

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Asha Bajpai
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Child Sexual Abuse ◽  
Sexual Exploitation ◽  
Commercial Sexual Exploitation ◽  
Child Victims ◽  
Sexual Offences ◽  
Minor Children ◽  
Marriage Laws ◽  
Education Act ◽  
International Instruments

Child sexual abuse and exploitation covers the sexual maltreatment of both children and young people. Part A deals with child sexual abuse (CSA) in India, its magnitude, and child sexual abuse in institutions. It deals with the national legal regime relating to CSA including the constitutional provisions, Juvenile Justice Act, 2015 and Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO). Law reform relating to some provisions in POCSO, child marriage laws, Right to Education Act and, and child victims and witnesses is recommended. Part B deals with commercial sexual exploitation and trafficking of minor children in the context of organized exploitation for commercial gain. The Indian laws dealing with commercial sexual exploitation and pornography are included. Important judgements and international instruments dealing with child sexual abuse and exploitation and the important role played by NGOs and government in dealing with cases of CSA and exploitation are included.

Tackling online child sexual abuse in the Philippines

The Lancet ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 396 (10253) ◽  
pp. 747-748
Author(s):  
Martina Merten
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Child Sexual Abuse ◽  
The Philippines

Fifteen-minute consultation: Apparent vaginal bleeding in the pre-pubertal girl

2020 ◽  
pp. edpract-2018-316218
Author(s):  
Julie-Ann Collins ◽  
Julie-Ann Maney ◽  
Alison Livingstone
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Department ◽  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Urinary Tract ◽  
Child Sexual Abuse ◽  
Genital Tract ◽  
Vaginal Bleeding ◽  
Systematic Approach ◽  
Medical Examiner ◽  
Normal Female ◽  
Sexual Offences

A parent or carer’s observation of blood in a child’s nappy or underwear can be quite alarming for both parent and child and may indicate vaginal bleeding. At first glance, it may be difficult to ascertain whether the bleeding is from the skin, genital tract, urinary tract or anus. Confirmed vaginal bleeding in a pre-pubertal girl is rare but always abnormal and requires comprehensive assessment to determine the cause. Recognition of normal female pre-pubertal anatomy is essential to detect any abnormalities. Appropriate action should be taken according to findings on initial inspection of the ano-genital area. The possibility of child sexual abuse and the need for specialist paediatric sexual offences medicine examination by an FME (Forensic Medical Examiner) or specialist paediatrician should always be considered. This article offers a systematic approach to assessment in pre-pubertal girls with apparent vaginal bleeding which will benefit general paediatricians, emergency department practitioners and GPs.

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