Death of 15-year-old Christophoros linked to online grooming and challenges

In 2022, a 15-year-old boy named Christophoros, of Cypriot descent, died following a period of intense psychological pressure. According to his father, the victim was subjected to a 50-day cycle of manipulation and threats from unknown individuals online. The perpetrators established contact via an online game, eventually luring the teenager into a series of increasingly dangerous challenges under the guise of friendship. Demands included sleep deprivation, strict adherence to timing, and constant mobile phone usage, causing the boy's behavior to shift dramatically. The father described his son as having turned into someone who acted like a robot due to the constant demands placed upon him. Reports suggest the perpetrators operated through the dark web to coerce the victim. This tragic event has prompted calls for increased vigilance and protection of minors from cyberbullying.