What term is used for individuals who engage in sexual predation by traveling to meet victims acquired online?

The term "Travelers" refers to individuals who engage in sexual predation by arranging to meet victims that they have encountered online. This terminology is significant in the context of crime involving online interactions, particularly because it underscores the premeditated nature of their actions. These individuals often utilize digital platforms to connect with potential victims, and they may exploit vulnerabilities such as age or lack of online safety awareness to groom and eventually meet these victims in person.

In comparison, the other terms do not accurately describe this specific behavior. Cyberstalkers are typically characterized by persistent harassment or threats made through electronic means, without necessarily involving an in-person meeting for sexual predation. Script kiddies refer to individuals who use pre-existing scripts or programs to exploit vulnerabilities in systems, often lacking deeper technical knowledge. Hackers, while a broad term that can refer to anyone who breaks into systems or networks, do not inherently have the sexual predatory connotation associated with "Travelers." Thus, the choice of "Travelers" specifically captures the intersection of online predation and the physical act of traveling to meet victims.