Q: HiCan a Turkish citizen report harassment and doxxing against a US citizen?
My friend has been continuously been harassed over text messages and her nudes leaked by someone she met on a online game.
She lives in Turkey and her harasser is currently in prison in Pensylvania, my friend has tried contacting lawyers in her country since her harasser and his mother have posted her private pictures in online gcs
A:
You can report harassment and doxxing even if you and the harasser are in different countries. In your case, since your friend is in Turkey and the harasser is in the U.S., she should first gather all evidence of harassment, including messages and screenshots of the leaked images. This documentation will be crucial when presenting her case.
Your friend should reach out to the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in Turkey. They can provide guidance on how to report the crime and may offer resources or contacts within the U.S. legal system. Additionally, she can contact U.S. law enforcement agencies directly, such as the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), which handles international cybercrime reports.
It’s also important for your friend to continue pursuing legal advice in Turkey. While international cases can be complex, local legal counsel can offer support and help navigate any interactions with U.S. authorities. By taking these steps, your friend can work towards addressing the harassment and protecting her privacy.
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