Australian Man Jailed for Global Sextortion Scheme Targeting Hundreds

Muhammad Zain Ul Abideen Rasheed exploited 286 victims from 20 countries by posing as a teen YouTube star.

Rasheed pleaded guilty to 119 charges, involving 286 victims, including 180 children.
He coerced victims into performing degrading sex acts by threatening to release explicit images.
The case is considered one of the worst sextortion cases prosecuted in Australia.
Rasheed's actions caused severe trauma and lifelong distress for his victims.
He will be eligible for parole in 2033 after serving a 17-year sentence.