Massive Pedophile Network Uncovered as Nearly 80 Arrested Globally

In a significant operation coordinated by Europol, law enforcement agencies from over 30 countries have dismantled a vast pedophile network with close to two million users worldwide. This effort led to the arrest of 79 individuals suspected of engaging in or facilitating child sexual exploitation.

According to Europol, the platform, known as Kidflix, was identified as one of the largest pedophile networks globally. This operation is being hailed as the most extensive crackdown on child sexual abuse in Europe to date.

As part of the operation, authorities seized servers hosting more than 70,000 videos depicting child sexual abuse. The initiative, which began in 2022, resulted in the identification of approximately 1,400 suspects around the world.

The raid occurred between March 10 and March 23, during which thousands of electronic devices were confiscated and over 91,000 videos were retrieved. The investigation revealed that Kidflix, established by cybercriminals in 2021, quickly gained popularity among individuals seeking such illegal content. Users on this platform could pay to download or stream videos showcasing child exploitation.

Europol emphasized that the arrested individuals are under suspicion not only for viewing or downloading such materials but also for actively participating in child abuse. The operation was led by the Bavarian State Criminal Police Office, which played a pivotal role in shutting down the Kidflix platform.

This extensive international collaboration highlights the ongoing commitment of law enforcement agencies to combat child sexual exploitation and the challenges posed by such networks. The authorities continue to urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities related to child safety.