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Sexual Extortion Cases Increase: Prince George's County Police
Prince George's Police reports an increase in sexually-infused extortion cases involving nude or graphic photos obtained from the victim.

Reporter covering Columbia and Ellicott City in Howard County, Maryland; Bowie in Prince George's County, Maryland; and Bel Air in Harford County. Veteran journalist who has won numerous awards over the years. Bachelor's degrees in journalism and graphic design, along with a master's degree in journalism. Can be reached at Kristin.Danley-Greiner@patch.com.
Prince George's Police reports an increase in sexually-infused extortion cases involving nude or graphic photos obtained from the victim.

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