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22-Year-Old Charged with Coercing Suicide via Telegram

5/10/2025

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Tyler Webb, 22, from Loughborough, faces charges for coercing a vulnerable woman into self-harm and suicide through Telegram, marking a significant case under the Online Safety Act 2023. As he awaits sentencing on July 4, support resources remain accessible for those in need, highlighting the urgent need for online safety and mental health awareness.

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Story summary

Tyler Webb, 22, from Loughborough, faces charges for coercing a vulnerable woman into self-harm and suicide through Telegram, marking a significant case under the Online Safety Act 2023. As he awaits sentencing on July 4, support resources remain accessible for those in need, highlighting the urgent need for online safety and mental health awareness.