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A woman from Swindon has been given a suspended sentence after admitting blackmailing a man through social media.
Bethan Guy, 26, of King John Street, appeared at Swindon Crown Court on October 15.
Between July 20, 2022 and August 3, 2022, Guy made unwarranted demands for money from her victim for her own financial gain.
Guy was given a two year suspended sentence, ordered to carry out 225 hours of unpaid work, 15 rehabilitation activity requirement days, 12 sessions of mental health treatment and £450 in compensation to be paid to the victim.
In a statement read to the court Guy's victim said: "I felt trapped and helpless. I didn't have enough money to pay my rent and bills, which was a huge strain for me. I felt I had no choice but to pay the money, as she had made the threats very clear and I was afraid of the devastating affect it would have on my life if I didn’t pay."
DC Emma Rossiter said: "Guy met her victim through SnapChat where she was selling adult photos of herself. She then began threatening to tell his partner if he did not hand over money.
"Sadly we are seeing increasing numbers of people being blackmailed through social media sites. If you’ve been a victim we’d like you to remember, whatever has happened is not your fault, even though you might have been told it is.
"We understand that it might be difficult to report this type of crime to us but we are here to listen and help where we can."
If you are a victim of blackmail or sextortion, it’s not your fault. There is help and support available.
We understand that it might be difficult to report this type of crime to us. We're here to listen and support you in any way we can.
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You can find more information and advice on our website: Sextortion | Wiltshire Police