Experts warn of online grooming targeting children in shared spaces

Experts warn of online grooming targeting children in shared spaces

Editors note: Anyone who suspects child abuse or sexual abuse can contact the Rape and Abuse Crisis Center in Fargo or the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) for support. FARGO — The popularity of shared online spaces between adults and children has increased instances of grooming, advocacy services say, with many cases going unreported. Ashley Tripp, public educator with the Rape and Abuse Crisis Center in Fargo, said, “We…