Robert Lotter – CBS News – Philadelphia, PA – 5/8/08
Robert Lotter – CBS News – Philadelphia, PA – 5/8/08
In a recent episode of CBS 3 Eyewitness News at 11, reporter Valerie L highlights an alarming trend of internet predators exploiting cell phones to target children. Following a successful sting operation in Pennsylvania that led to the arrest of six suspects, the report sheds light on how predators are increasingly using text messaging as a means to contact minors. Unlike computers, cell phones are more challenging for law enforcement to monitor and are carried everywhere by kids.
The segment introduces Radar, an innovative tool that empowers parents to track their children's text communications. Through the company's platform, parents can access phone numbers and read text messages exchanged with their children. While some teens express concerns over privacy, the tool offers peace of mind for parents and family safety advocates concerned about the potential dangers lurking in their children's digital interactions.
Ultimately, the report emphasizes the importance of staying informed and utilizing available technology to ensure children's safety in an evolving digital landscape.
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