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Dear Abby reader seeks advice over harassment and video blackmail threats
A reader of the Dear Abby advice column reported being targeted by long-term harassment and potential blackmail involving claims of explicit videos. The individual described receiving mysterious phone calls from a man claiming to possess sexual footage, followed by recent sexual harassment via Facebook from an anonymous account.
The advice columnist characterized the situation as harassment and blackmail, suggesting the victim notify the police. The columnist noted that the claims might be a scam and advised the reader to maintain dignity and cooperate with authorities if any footage were ever leaked.