Cumbria teenager redirected from cybercrime through police mentorship programme
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Cumbria teenager redirected from cybercrime through police mentorship programme

31 Jul 2026 · Originally published 31 Jul 2026 9/10 Original headline: Teen hackers tell BBC how police are helping them use their skills for good
After hacking his school computers, 16-year-old Lucas was visited by a cyber prevent officer who helped him understand the consequences of his actions. Through the Cyber Choices programme, he is now learning to channel his technical skills into legal pathways, providing a constructive alternative to criminal activity.
Source: BBC News UK Cumbria
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