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'A living nightmare': WA man gets 10 years for hacking Snapchat accounts, soliciting child abuse

Yahoo • February 10, 2026

A 32-year-old man from La Center was sentenced to 10 years in prison Friday for a scheme to access private photos by posing as tech support to hack ...

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WA Man Sentenced for Hacking Snapchat Accounts and Soliciting Child Abuse A 32-year-old man from La Center, Washington, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for hacking Snapchat accounts and soliciting child abuse. He gained access to private photos by impersonating tech support, exploiting vulnerabilities in user trust. The case highlights the risks associated with social media platforms and the exploitation of minors. 3 sources 20

'A living nightmare': WA man gets 10 years for hacking Snapchat accounts, soliciting child abuse

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