Exiled Hong Kong activist target of sexually explicit harassment campaign
BBC • 12/11/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
Exiled Hong Kong activist Carmen Lau is the target of a harassment campaign involving letters with fake explicit images sent to her neighbors, according to the BBC. The campaign aims to intimidate Lau amid her activism.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
34 days
8
Velocity (0-40)
2 sources (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
BBC
3
Breadth (0-15)
2 unique
Total Score54/100
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AnalysisRisk 20
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Emerging consensus: 2 sources
Age: 34 days - proven survivor
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