The San Jose Police Department's special child exploitation detail arrested seven men attempting to engage in sexual communication with a minor. Using social media, suspects believed they were messaging a juvenile under 14, with some even offering money for sexual acts. The investigation was conducted by the Silicon Valley Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force over several days in early April, culminating in the arrests of six suspects at arranged meeting spots and the apprehension of one later. The operation showcased a coordinated effort among multiple law enforcement agencies to tackle child exploitation.
The Silicon Valley Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force arrested seven men for attempting to communicate online with minors for sexual exploitation.
The investigation, conducted from April 1 to April 4, led to the arrests of six suspects at designated locations in San Jose.
Investigators emphasized the importance of multi-agency collaboration, which included involvement from FBI and local law enforcement, to combat child exploitation.
Among the arrested were Joseph Elder and Cristian Josue Garcia Lopez, who, along with others, communicated with individuals they believed were under 14.
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