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300,000 Pedocriminal Files Found on Dark Web; Swiss Suspect Arrested

300,000 Pedocriminal Files Found on Dark Web; Swiss Suspect Arrested

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ThreatCluster •October 4, 2026 at 06:06 UTC
  • •A Swiss man, 55, was arrested for running a dark web forum with 300,000 pedocriminal files.
  • •The investigation by cyber police lasted six months, focusing on significant downloading activity.
  • •The suspect profited from his activities through a cryptocurrency donation system.

A 55-year-old Swiss man was arrested near Mulhouse for administering a dark web forum dedicated to sharing pedocriminal content. Authorities discovered approximately 300,000 files of this nature on his devices. The arrest occurred on September 30, 2026, following a six-month investigation by cyber police who tracked significant downloading activity linked to the suspect. The forum reportedly had several hundred users, and the suspect utilized a cryptocurrency donation system to profit from his activities. An investigation has been initiated, focusing on charges related to the possession and distribution of child pornography and facilitating illicit online transactions.

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2026-09-30
Suspect arrested
A 55-year-old Swiss man was arrested for running a dark web forum sharing pedocriminal content.
www.notretemps.com
2026-09-30
Files seized
Authorities seized nearly 300,000 pedocriminal files from the suspect's devices during the arrest.
www.bienpublic.com
2026-09-30
Investigation launched
An investigation was opened focusing on multiple charges related to child pornography and online transactions.
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What charges is the suspect facing?
The suspect faces charges related to the possession, distribution, and facilitation of child pornography.
How many files were discovered?
Approximately 300,000 pedocriminal files were found on the suspect's devices.
What was the method of operation for the forum?
The forum operated on a cryptocurrency donation system to profit from sharing pedocriminal content.