Operation Safe Childhood Results | Tampa News

Manatee County’s summer crackdown on online sex crimes delivered major results: 27 arrests and 247 charges in “Operation Safe Childhood,” a joint effort with state and federal partners to shield kids from predators. The sting combined two investigations — “Operation Match Maker” nabbed 15 offenders for violating probation, charging them with 115 felonies, while tips from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children led to 12 more arrests and 132 charges. Community tips also helped uncover hidden profiles. Officials say proactive screening of over 100 probationers exposed violations that might have slipped through the cracks — proving vigilance and collaboration are key to keeping children safe online. 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/b657c0fc56d8eaaa