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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

Get a grip on scandal' of illegal child social care in England, ministers are told

The number of children in unregulated care settings in England has surged by over 370% in five years, raising serious concerns about their safety.
SF parents
fromsfist.com
21 minutes ago

Murder Charge Added In Case of San Jose Toddler Who Died In Foster Care With Family Member

A teenager faces murder and assault charges in the death of his two-year-old cousin, raising concerns about Santa Clara County's child welfare system.
#child-pornography
US news
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Dorchester man sentenced on child porn, immigration charges after being caught with 2 14-year-old girls

A Guatemalan man was sentenced to 13 years for illegal reentry and possession of child pornography involving minors.
US news
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Napa Authorities Arrest Man Accused of Making AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Materials

A man was arrested for possessing and manufacturing AI-generated child pornography, highlighting new legal implications for computer-generated imagery.
US news
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Dorchester man sentenced on child porn, immigration charges after being caught with 2 14-year-old girls

A Guatemalan man was sentenced to 13 years for illegal reentry and possession of child pornography involving minors.
US news
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Napa Authorities Arrest Man Accused of Making AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Materials

A man was arrested for possessing and manufacturing AI-generated child pornography, highlighting new legal implications for computer-generated imagery.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Iranian Woman Arrested by FBI in LA for Trafficking Bombs and Drones in $70 Million Scheme

An Iranian woman was arrested for allegedly being an arms dealer for Iran, selling weapons to Sudan on behalf of the Iranian government.
#immigration
NYC parents
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Trump Order Halts Legal Aid for Migrant Youth as Colleges Partner With ICE

The Trump administration's funding cuts halted legal aid for unaccompanied migrant children, impacting their representation and deportation risks.
Public health
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

The Kids in ICE Detention Facing Medical Neglect

Amalia, a toddler detained at Dilley, suffered severe medical neglect, highlighting systemic issues in the treatment of immigrant children.
US news
fromTruthout
6 days ago

MN Prosecutor Investigates ICE Arrest of US Citizen as Possible Kidnapping

Federal agents forcibly took US citizen ChongLy Thao from his home in freezing temperatures, raising questions of legality and potential criminal charges.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Police identify woman who claimed she had been kidnapped, say she is not in danger

A woman claimed she was kidnapped but has been identified and is not in danger.
#sexual-assault
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

No evidence' of reported rape in Epsom that sparked protests, police say

No evidence has been found to support the reported rape incident in Epsom, despite ongoing investigations by police.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Christian GOP politician allegedly paid kids to send him sexually explicit images - LGBTQ Nation

Kevin Hedgpeth, a South Carolina politician, was charged with possession and production of child sexual abuse material involving minors.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

New details emerge about the arrest of singer D4vd in the killing of teenage girl

Musician D4vd, real name David Anthony Burke, was arrested in connection with the 2025 murder of teenager Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
Privacy technologies
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

438 Experts Said Age Verification Is Dangerous. Legislators Are Moving Forward With It Anyway. - Above the Law

Age verification mandates for the internet are technically flawed, threaten privacy, and may cause more harm than good, according to 438 researchers from 32 countries.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Brooklyn Paraprofessional Arrested After Dropping 10-Year-Old

A Brooklyn paraprofessional was arrested for dropping a 10-year-old boy, causing injuries, leading to charges of endangering a child and attempted assault.
Poker
fromReadWrite
3 days ago

Stake and Coinbase sued over underage gambling claims

John Doe has sued Stake.com, Stake.us, and Coinbase for facilitating illegal online gambling that began when he was a minor.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Child victims of online sexual abuse in UK inadequately protected, review finds

Child victims of online sexual abuse face increased risks due to police forces' inability to manage rising cases and inadequate protective measures.
#ice
US politics
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

At Least One ICE Agent May Face Consequences for Minnesota

Minnesota charges an ICE officer for brandishing a gun at civilians, marking a significant accountability step following Operation Metro Surge.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

At Least One ICE Agent May Face Consequences for Minnesota

Minnesota charges an ICE officer for brandishing a gun at civilians, marking a significant accountability step following Operation Metro Surge.
Social justice
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Legal migrants remain vulnerable to trafficking

Temporary work visa systems can trap migrants in debt, abuse, and fear of deportation, leading to exploitation and human trafficking.
#sex-work
#child-sexual-abuse
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Online child sexual abuse cases not being properly investigated, review finds

Police forces are failing to investigate online child sexual abuse due to rising demand and insufficient resources.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Online child sexual abuse cases not being properly investigated, review finds

Police forces are failing to investigate online child sexual abuse due to rising demand and insufficient resources.
#sex-trafficking
US news
fromHoodline
4 days ago

Brooklyn Feds Toast Win In Sayville Motel Sex-Trafficking Horror Case

The Sayville Motor Lodge sex-trafficking case marks a significant step toward justice for survivors and accountability for traffickers.
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

The Psychology of Sex Trafficking

Sex trafficking is a severe human rights violation, often misunderstood, with survivors criminalized instead of protected and rooted in societal norms.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Fall River woman who led sex trafficking ring with 5 others pleads guilty

Christy Parker pleaded guilty to sex trafficking minors and adults, using coercion and violence to exploit victims across multiple states.
Brooklyn
fromQNS
1 month ago

St. Albans man indicted for sex trafficking five victims, including three minors, at Queens, Brooklyn and Long Island hotels: Feds - QNS

A 33-year-old man from St. Albans was indicted for sex trafficking five victims, including three minors aged 14-17, across Queens, Brooklyn, and Long Island hotels using fraud, violence, and manipulation.
NYC LGBT
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Queens 'Pimp' Busted In Long Island Motel Sex-Traffick Ring, DA Says

A Queens man was arrested for operating a sex-trafficking network exploiting women and minors across Long Island and New York City hotels from 2021 to present.
US news
fromHoodline
4 days ago

Brooklyn Feds Toast Win In Sayville Motel Sex-Trafficking Horror Case

The Sayville Motor Lodge sex-trafficking case marks a significant step toward justice for survivors and accountability for traffickers.
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

The Psychology of Sex Trafficking

Sex trafficking is a severe human rights violation, often misunderstood, with survivors criminalized instead of protected and rooted in societal norms.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Fall River woman who led sex trafficking ring with 5 others pleads guilty

Christy Parker pleaded guilty to sex trafficking minors and adults, using coercion and violence to exploit victims across multiple states.
Brooklyn
fromQNS
1 month ago

St. Albans man indicted for sex trafficking five victims, including three minors, at Queens, Brooklyn and Long Island hotels: Feds - QNS

A 33-year-old man from St. Albans was indicted for sex trafficking five victims, including three minors aged 14-17, across Queens, Brooklyn, and Long Island hotels using fraud, violence, and manipulation.
NYC LGBT
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Queens 'Pimp' Busted In Long Island Motel Sex-Traffick Ring, DA Says

A Queens man was arrested for operating a sex-trafficking network exploiting women and minors across Long Island and New York City hotels from 2021 to present.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Police investigating alleged abduction attempt from Roxbury elementary school

A man attempted to kidnap a young student at a Roxbury school, offering money and trying to coax her into a van.
Social justice
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

LGBTQ+ youth say prisons and policing fail hate crime victims. Now what?

Communities are urged to adopt non-punitive, community-based solutions to address violence, particularly for marginalized groups like LGBTQ+ individuals.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

NYS corrections worker and felon boyfriend indicted for pimping out child

A corrections employee and her inmate partner were indicted for running a prostitution ring, including trafficking a child.
NYC parents
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Kingston school employee found dead amid investigation into alleged 'sexualized' video with a minor

A Kingston school district employee involved in a sexualized conversation with a minor on TikTok was found dead in Rhode Island.
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Former Orange County sheriff's deputy had child sexual abuse images on his phone, prosecutors say

Fernando Melo Flores, 40, faces up to four years and two months in prison if convicted on all counts. He was assigned to John Wayne Airport when he allegedly went to his ex-girlfriend's home at night and repeatedly called and texted her, prompting the woman to get a restraining order against him.
SF parents
Social media marketing
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

It started with a tip-off': how a Guardian investigation exposed child sex trafficking on Facebook and Instagram

Child sexual abuse trafficking surged during the pandemic, with platforms like Facebook and Instagram being exploited for these crimes.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Police say suspects remain unknown after woman raped in Epsom as protests break out

Protests erupted in Surrey after a woman was raped outside a church, with police lacking sufficient information on the suspects.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Legal advisers help migrants pose as gay to get asylum, undercover BBC investigation finds

A shadow industry is helping migrants fabricate claims of being gay to secure asylum in the UK.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
5 days ago

Child molester faces new charges after Berkeley victim's sibling comes forward

Jack Jansen, 52, was convicted of sexually abusing a 7-year-old child in Berkeley a decade ago. With Jansen's jail sentence over, the sibling has made new allegations of abuse.
SF parents
NYC parents
fromMail Online
1 week ago

NYPD cop's sleeper cell' warning as NYC teen bombers are indicted

Americans in major cities should remain vigilant against potential sleeper cell attacks following recent terror incidents.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Armed boy shot dead in stairwell, court told

A teenager fatally shot a 14-year-old boy during a chase in Woolwich, London, leading to ongoing investigations and multiple arrests.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Law enforcement is trying to combat abusive AI. Experts say easier said than done

An Ohio man was convicted under the 2025 Take It Down Act for creating and distributing AI-generated abusive sexual images.
Mission District
fromMission Local
3 weeks ago

An undercover S.F. cop, an alleged hand job, and a Westside massage parlor

SFPD Sgt. Robert Glenn's undercover operation at Richmond Serenity Spa led to allegations of misconduct and a contested license revocation.
#child-exploitation
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

SoCal school psychologist thought he was meeting a 13-year-old, authorities say. It was a sting

A licensed school psychologist was arrested after exchanging sexually explicit messages with an undercover investigator posing as a 13-year-old and attempting to meet the minor for sex.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

SoCal school psychologist thought he was meeting a 13-year-old, authorities say. It was a sting

A licensed school psychologist was arrested after exchanging sexually explicit messages with an undercover investigator posing as a 13-year-old and attempting to meet the minor for sex.
#human-trafficking
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Dozens of missing, abused and trafficked minors rescued in and around Southern California

Operation Safe Return rescued 37 missing minors aged 14-17 across Southern California, Arizona, and Nevada, with seven arrests made during the four-day law enforcement operation.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto

Man faces several charges after allegedly trafficking, assaulting teen girls: Toronto police | CBC News

California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Dozens of missing, abused and trafficked minors rescued in and around Southern California

Operation Safe Return rescued 37 missing minors aged 14-17 across Southern California, Arizona, and Nevada, with seven arrests made during the four-day law enforcement operation.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto

Man faces several charges after allegedly trafficking, assaulting teen girls: Toronto police | CBC News

US news
fromHoodline
2 weeks ago

Late-Night Hudson Valley Sting Nabs Poughkeepsie Sex Offender, Feds Say

A registered sex offender was arrested in an undercover sting for attempting to meet someone he believed was a 14-year-old girl.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Worcester man gets 30 years in prison for sexually exploiting minors

Antonio Merced was sentenced to 30 years for sexually abusing three children and possessing child pornography.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Man (20s) arrested as gardai investigate alleged sex assault and suspicious approaches to children in Dublin

Gardaí arrested a man in his 20s in connection with three separate incidents involving children in Dublin 3, including an alleged sexual assault of a young girl and two suspicious approaches.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Inside the vitallifeline helping missing children across the UK

The Independent supports critical journalism and provides resources for young people in crisis through initiatives like the SafeCall helpline.
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Alexander brothers found guilty of sex trafficking

Three brothers convicted of sex trafficking and sexual assault face sentencing in August after prosecutors presented testimony from over 60 accusers alleging they exploited luxury access to facilitate assaults.
#sexual-exploitation
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Rehoboth man allegedly sexually exploited minors, had 'hundreds' of illegal images, videos

A Rehoboth man faces charges for sexually exploiting four girls aged 12 to 16, involving child sexual abuse material.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Rehoboth man allegedly sexually exploited minors, had 'hundreds' of illegal images, videos

A Rehoboth man faces charges for sexually exploiting four girls aged 12 to 16, involving child sexual abuse material.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Disheartening': US justice department slashes funding to programs combating child sex trafficking

DOJ funding and training cuts under the Trump administration reduce law enforcement capacity to investigate and prosecute child sexual exploitation, endangering vulnerable children.
Law
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Man faces further child sexual offence charges

Vincent Chan, 45, has been charged with 15 further offences including sexual assault, voyeurism and taking indecent images of children.
US news
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Long Island Man Charged in Federal Sex Trafficking Case

A Long Island man was charged with sex trafficking, enticing, and exploiting a minor in federal court in Brooklyn on March 6, 2026.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Man got caught in Oakland undercover pimp sting while out of jail in pending gun case, feds say

In the undercover sting, the undercover officer told Raybon, her previous pimp had beaten her and not paid her properly, to which (Raybon) explained he would treat her well, pay her well, set up photo shoots and help her build a regular clientele, and ensure she could make about $2000.00 a night, Assistant U.S. Attorney Ivana Djak said in court filings.
US news
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

High school senior faces 300+ felony charges in "sextortion" case involving over a dozen minors - LGBTQ Nation

At least 14 boys aged 14 to 17 were allegedly lured into Meyers' scheme to send him nude photos and sex videos, which he used to blackmail the minors. Meyers was charged with trafficking in minors, sexual extortion, unlawful contact with a minor, distribution of child sexual abuse material, criminal use of a communication facility, and more following his arrest.
US news
US news
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Brooklyn man sentenced for coercion and enticement of minors

Steven LaBianca was sentenced to 12 years for coercion and enticement of minors and possession of child pornography.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

New Epstein files reveal he may have trafficked girls to others despite official denials

Documents and filings allege other men, including a person identified from a photo as Harvey Weinstein, were involved in Epstein-related sexual abuse, though no related charges were filed.
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