I love this place, the people, the fun…and feeling like I belong in this community. Now I need this community to help me.
A couple of days ago someone came into my DMs for harmless conversation…this quickly turned very dark and nasty. I was threatened and blackmailed - they were going to spread all over the internet how much of a dirty slut I am, doctored screenshots as their proof. They were blackmailing me to send them nude photos in exchange for being left alone. They harassed me from multiple accounts.
What made this whole ordeal worse for me (and possibly why I acted differently to others who may have just ignored the threats) is that as a young teenager I was groomed and abused online over a 2 year period. This brought back horrific memories for me and left me absolutely terrified. I stupidly tried to reason with the troll who used my trauma to laugh at me and mock me.
I took a break as this place was no longer safe to me, it was tainted with my trauma and I was fearful of who is hiding in the shadows. I can’t thank Nuno enough for acting quickly and helping to take care of the problem, and my friends for their continued support.
I don’t want this evil bastard to drive me away from a place I love. He can only win and have power over me if I let him…but I need your help.
Please if anyone sees any posts, photos or screenshots targeting me just flag and report them. If it happens in DMs do the same thing.
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We don't know each other but we probably have crossed paths on some mutual friend's posts. And if you're friends with them I know you have real worth and value.
I'm sorry for what happened to you and I can't imagine what you must have gone through or are going through. I tend to stay away from drama and normally stick to my tiny circle so I'm always shocked by things I hear from friends.
I know many people are leaving here because of the drama and other stuff and if you feel the need to do so yourself then it is understandable. You seen to have a wonderful group of people who support you and I'll keep an eye out too. Any friend of a friend is awesome in my eyes.
Stay safe in the meantime. I know there are still good people here but always be on the lookout.
SW-User
@Gillian thank you, that’s really kind of you. I don’t want to leave or to let him chase me away…I won’t let him win
