NOVA, Warwick Township Police Department and Rep. Kristin Marcell to Host “Sextortion: A Community Conversation” Feb. 26
(BUCKS COUNTY, Pa.) NOVA, the leading nonprofit organization in Bucks County supporting victims of serious crime, in partnership with the Warwick Township Police Department and Pennsylvania State Representative Kristin Marcell (R-178), will host a free program titled, Sextortion: A Community Conversation. The program will take place on February 26 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Warwick Township Building, 1733 Township Green, Jamison, Pa., and feature law enforcement officials, criminal justice leaders, and victim advocates discussing sextortion — an increasingly common form of online exploitation involving coercion and threats. To register, visit https://novabucks.org/calendar-event/sextortion-a-community-conversation/.
Sextortion: A Community Conversation will address:
- How sextortion occurs
- How cases are investigated and prosecuted
- How sextortion impacts youth and families
- Warning signs and prevention tips that can help keep children and teens safe online
The panelists for the program are:
- Detective Eric Landamia, Bucks County Detectives
- Detective Sergeant Wade Ditommaso, Warwick Township Police Department
- Kristin McElroy, First Assistant District Attorney, Bucks County
- Jamie Pfister, Training Coordinator, NOVA
- Danielle DiUlio, Human Trafficking Victim Advocate, NOVA
“Addressing sextortion requires a community-wide response,” said Jamie Pfister, Training Coordinator, NOVA. “This event brings together detectives, prosecutors, advocates, and prevention specialists to shed light on this serious form of online exploitation. Our goal is to empower families with knowledge — from understanding how these crimes happen, to recognizing warning signs and taking proactive steps. When we work together, we can better protect our children and teens from harm.”
Jon Ogborn, Chief of Police, Warwick Township, stated, “The Warwick Township Police Department is pleased to host this important event in partnership with NOVA, the Bucks County District Attorney’s Office, and State Rep. Kristin Marcell. This event offers the community an opportunity to engage directly with criminal justice leaders, prevention specialists, and other key stakeholders who will share insights on how sextortion occurs, how those cases are addressed, and the impact on families. They will also offer practical steps to protect your youth. Your participation is vital to building a safer community.”
“Sextortion is a growing threat that targets young people and families through coercion, fear and online manipulation,” said State Representative Kristen Marcell about the event. “I am co-hosting this community conversation because parents and students deserve clear, practical information about how these crimes happen, what warning signs to look for, and where to turn for help. Thanks go out to NOVA for bringing together law enforcement, advocates and prevention experts so our community can stay informed and better protected.”
In addition to this program, NOVA facilitates workshops for places of worship, parent groups, organizations and schools throughout the year. For more information, contact Jamie Pfister, Training Coordinator, at[email protected].
About NOVA
NOVA supports, counsels and empowers victims of sexual assault and other serious crimes in Bucks County and works to prevent and eliminate violence in society through advocacy, training, community education and prevention programs. Founded in 1974, NOVA is a non-profit 501(c)(3), community-based organization operating out of three offices in Fairless Hills, Jamison and Perkasie. Services are made possible through the financial support of federal, state and local government grants and contracts, corporations, foundations and private donations. All contributions are tax deductible to the extent provided by law. For more information, visit www.NOVABucks.org.
