Cbs12 Operation Firewall: 12 Arrested in Child Exploitation Sting in Florida
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- •12 men arrested in Operation Firewall for attempting to exploit minors online.
- •Operation involved local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
- •Investigations into two additional suspects are still active.
In a four-day undercover operation named 'Operation Firewall', the Clay County Sheriff’s Office arrested 12 men accused of attempting to exploit children online. The operation, which took place from July 15-18, involved undercover detectives engaging with suspects who believed they were meeting minors for sexual activities. Seven men were arrested after traveling to meet individuals they thought were children, while five others were apprehended for continuing online exploitation. The suspects, aged between 22 and 67, utilized various online platforms to communicate with minors. Investigations are ongoing for two additional suspects. Authorities emphasized the importance of monitoring children's online interactions and pledged to continue their efforts against child exploitation.
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