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Law enforcement authorities in 17 countries announced the arrest of approximately 95 suspects after executing 127 search warrants in an operation coordinated by INTERPOL and targeting messaging groups used to distribute child sexual abuse material. Investigations uncovered networks for exchanging content and extorting minors, with confiscated evidence expected to be used to identify additional victims and suspects.
Law enforcement agencies participating in an international operation coordinated by INTERPOL identified 263 suspects and arrested 58 people linked to criminal networks in West Africa, while dismantling money-laundering services and support operations for fraud.