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Boone County Sheriff's Office Urges Vigilance on Safer Internet Day Amid Rising Online Threats

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Published on February 14, 2026
Boone County Sheriff's Office Urges Vigilance on Safer Internet Day Amid Rising Online ThreatsSource: Facebook/Boone County Sheriff's Office - MO

In recognition of Safer Internet Day, the Boone County Sheriff’s Office is reminding parents and children to stay alert for online threats. In a Boone County Sheriff's Office - MO's Post, the agency warned about scams, misuse of personal photos, and AI-generated “deepfakes” targeting young users.

The Sheriff’s Office Cyber Crimes Task Force, working with the Missouri Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, shared resources and an educational video to help families improve online safety.