[Law] Member of a harassment and hacking group convicted in the UK

[Law] Member of a harassment and hacking group convicted in the UK
Summary: Richard Ehiemere, a 21-year-old from Hackney, was convicted for his role in the online network “The Com,” involving serious offenses like child sexual abuse material (CSAM) distribution and hacking. He accessed Discord channels linked to the hacking group CVLT and shared stolen data, while also attempting to mask his identity. Ehiemere will be sentenced on May 1, 2025, after being found guilty on multiple charges.

Affected: Online communities, law enforcement agencies

Keypoints :

  • Convicted for involvement in “The Com,” specializing in CSAM and hacking.
  • Accessed Discord channels and shared numerous stolen data lists.
  • Found with evidence of attempts to conceal identity through VPNs.

Source: https://www.nationalcrimeagency.gov.uk/news/man-who-downloaded-child-sexual-abuse-images-as-a-teen-is-convicted