Snapchat accounts targeted and nude photos leaked, prosecutors say

Federal prosecutors say an Illinois man has been charged after nearly 600 women were targeted on Snapchat and intimate photos were taken from multiple accounts; he faces several federal charges including identity theft and computer fraud.

An Illinois man has been charged in a federal case after prosecutors reported that dozens of Snapchat users had intimate images taken from their accounts and those images were later sold or traded online. Authorities say the suspect collected contact details for many users and then obtained access to accounts by posing as a Snapchat representative. The charges brought by prosecutors include aggravated identity theft, wire fraud, computer fraud, conspiracy, and making false statements linked to child pornography. The article also noted a reported connection to requests from other users on illicit forums. Key facts: - Prosecutors allege Kyle Svara, 26, ran a scheme that targeted Snapchat users and led to the distribution of intimate images online. - Officials say about 570 women were targeted and at least 59 accounts were accessed; the defendant faces multiple federal charges including identity theft and computer fraud. - The defendant has been charged and is facing federal prosecution; the report did not specify the next court date or procedural step. Summary: Prosecutors describe a case in which alleged account access and subsequent sharing of intimate images occurred and federal charges have been filed against the accused. Undetermined at this time.