Two arrested for cyberattack targeting London nurseries demanding ransom

A 17-year-old teenager and a 22-year-old man were arrested in connection with a cyberattack on the Kido nursery chain in London. The suspects are under investigation for computer misuse and blackmail after hackers reportedly used the names and photos of approximately 8,000 children to demand ransom payments. The arrests followed a Metropolitan Police operation in Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire, and the individuals remain in custody for questioning. Authorities emphasized the seriousness of the incident, reassuring parents and caregivers affected by the breach. The investigation is ongoing, with specialist teams involved to bring those responsible to justice.