Event Brief
Elementary Schoolers Targeted for Crime via Social Media
Filed: Feb 27, 2026 at 12:02 AM ET
Summary: Victims of social media crimes among elementary schoolers in Japan hit a 10-year high, prompting police to monitor online posts.
WHO: National Police Agency
WHAT: Monitoring social media for crimes against children
WHEN: Feb 26, 2026 at 10:05 PM ET
WHERE: Japan
WHY: To address the rising number of victims and provide warnings
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