Facebook is undeniably that one place on the internet where many people can just cross paths. Family, friends, enemies, ex-lovers, or even complete strangers of all ages can meet on the social networking site. Apparently, this is what led an 11-year old into signing up for the service, in search for sexual relief from other men.
A father has sued the social networking company for exposing his daughter to sexual predators all over the internet, and for failing to implement its age restriction rule. Facebook only allows sign-ups for people who are 13 years of age and above.
The girl, who was not named, apparently started a number of accounts by faking her age, and started posting suggestive photos of herself. According to court documents, the posts included information on where she lives, and where she studies. She reportedly received a couple of disturbing pictures from predators.
Facebook, upon being made aware that the girl was underage to use the service, deleted her accounts. However, the father has stated that the company should have done more in restricting young people from signing up for an account on the website.
