The arrest of one alleged child sex offender on the Central Coast in February led to the discovery of a further 13 suspects and 46 victims across the country as police uncovered what is believed to be an extensive online paedophile network used to share photos and videos of child abuse.
The operation, led by the Australian Federal Police, alongside NSW Police and other agencies, has seen 12 men arrested and two ordered to face court. Half of the men allegedly abused children directly and eight of the accused and 39 of the victims were in NSW. The accused face a total of 828 charges. more...
