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In his book, SC legislator tells story of son’s death in sextortion scheme

States Newsroom · November 12, 2026

If you or someone you know needs help, call or text 988, the U.S. suicide and crisis lifeline, or access online chat at 988lifeline.org. COLUMBIA — After Rep. Brandon Guffey’s son, Gavin, died by suicide following an online extortion scheme in 2022, Guffey didn’t know what to do next. He turned to the internet for…

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In his book, SC legislator tells story of son’s death in sextortion scheme

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