Operation Chatter Box Exposes Online Predators | San Diego News

A major online sting operation called Operation Chatter Box wrapped up this past week, leading to 15 arrests as law enforcement shut down predators targeting children online. Undercover agents posed as minors, luring suspects into meeting for sexual activity—only to have them arrested at the rendezvous points. The crackdown, spanning August 17–25, also included parole checks on registered sex offenders, resulting in one additional arrest for viewing child abuse material. Twelve were charged with attempting to meet a minor for lewd conduct, three for parole violations. Authorities stress that protecting kids requires relentless, coordinated action—and urge anyone with concerns to call the National Human Trafficking Hotline or 9-1-1 in emergencies. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6fab4c039ec82186