A NEW campaign is launching across Ireland to encourage the public to share information about illegal streaming activities in the community.
Running over six weeks on Facebook and Instagram, the campaign aims to gather intelligence on individuals or groups involved in advertising or selling illegal streaming subscriptions, modified firesticks or so called ‘dodgy boxes’.
Digital piracy is a serious crime, often run by organised criminal groups.
Information provided anonymously to Crimestoppers will be thoroughly investigated by FACT and could lead to further actions, including prosecution.
Those involved in providing illegal streaming services or ‘dodgy box’ operations face severe consequences.
In August 2024, Ciaran Donovan from Kildare was sentenced to 16 months in prison for running King Kong Media, an operation that provided illegal access codes for pay-per-view subscription TV channels like Sky Sports.
Additionally, on August 13, two brothers, Amir Butt and Ammar Hussain, received a combined total of 11 years in prison for operating an illegal streaming service.
The initiative is part of an ongoing commitment to combat illegal streaming (which includes movies, television, and live sporting events) in Ireland and protect consumers from the risks associated with illegal streaming, such as malware, identity theft, and financial loss.
If you know who is involved in selling or supplying illegal streaming devices or services in Ireland, contact Crimestoppers using this specific online form https://forms.theiline.co.uk/illegal-streaming-in-ireland
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