‘Operation Hydra’ nabs 28 child sex predators, saves 19 kids in one county.
A Texas Sting Results in the Arrest of 28 Suspected Child Sex Predators and the Rescue of 19 Kids
A recent operation in Texas, known as “Operation Hydra,” led to the arrest of 28 individuals involved in the sexual exploitation of children. This sting, conducted by the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office, also resulted in the rescue of 19 children who had been subjected to sexual exploitation or abuse.
The operation spanned over a year and involved the collaboration of the Montgomery County division of the Houston Metro Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and multiple other law enforcement agencies. Together, they monitored chat groups and built strong cases against the perpetrators, leading to their arrests.
The individuals arrested for making child sexual abuse material available came from 17 different states, highlighting the widespread nature of this heinous crime.
“The internet allows child predators access and abuse children worldwide. My message to child abusers is clear: I don’t care where you are. If you make these images available in my county or put children at risk, we will find you, and you will face justice,”
Assistant District Attorney Chris Seufert emphasized the dedication of the real-life heroes in Montgomery County who tirelessly fight for the safety of children. He warned those who harm the innocent that they will be pursued relentlessly.
This Texas sting is just one example of the ongoing efforts to combat child predators. Pennsylvania State Police recently announced the arrests of 26 individuals after a three-month investigation targeting online child predators in northeastern and north-central Pennsylvania.
The battle against predators extends nationwide. Sacramento County Sheriff Jim Cooper, whose department in California recently arrested 23 individuals involved in child sexual abuse and online exploitation, acknowledged the enormity of the task at hand.
“We can do this 24/7 and not even make a dent in it. It’s like holding your finger in a dike because there is so much out there.”
Law enforcement agencies, such as the Sacramento Valley Hi-Tech Crimes Task Force, have been established to combat this growing problem. The task force, consisting of 175 agencies, has seen a significant increase in the number of cyber tips investigated, from 770 in 2013 to over 10,000 in 2022.
Sgt. Brandon Gayman emphasized that anyone can become a victim of these predators, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status. The fight against child exploitation continues, with dedicated individuals working tirelessly to protect vulnerable children.
Source: The Western Journal
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