News.Ycombinator Investigator Uses Dark Web Clue to Rescue Abused Girl
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Greg Squire, a specialist online investigator, discovered a clue on a bedroom wall in disturbing images shared on the dark web, which led to efforts to rescue an abused girl named Lucy. The abuser took measures to obscure identifying features in the images, complicating the investigation. Despite these challenges, Squire's team is focused on locating Lucy and ensuring her safety.
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2026-02-16
Article published detailing the investigation efforts
2026-02-17
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