Texas operation targeting online predators sees 276 suspects arrested and 86 children rescued

The FBI Dallas branch and the North Texas Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force announced Friday that they rescued nearly 100 children from child exploitation in Operation Soteria Shield.

The operation was conducted in March and April this year, targeting offenders who allegedly exploited children online, as well as identifying unknown victims and connecting affected families and children with various social resources.

​“Together, we were able to make a significant impact in the ongoing battle against predators who exploit children in our communities,” FBI Dallas Special Agent in Charge R. Joseph Rothrock said…

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