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Online paedophiles are cruising a virtual world to act out their sexual fantasies with young children.

"ordid virtual world of 'Wonderland'
Sky News reporter Jason Farrell has been investigating the darker side of the virtual world Second Life - and found an area called "Wonderland" that is being used by child abusers.
Farrell created his own character in the multiplayer online world to carry out his investigation over a number of months.
"Wonderland is a virtual children's playground where paedophiles cruise and kids are solicited," said Farrell.
"At first site it looks like a real-life playground.
"Here child-like avatars are not just playing on swings - they're offering sex. These are virtual children of all ages - even toddlers.
"After talking to one child I was offered a range of sordid and sick sexual acts.
"My avatar had entered a virtual paedophile ring. Obviously, I declined the offers and reported my disturbing findings."