Augusta, GA
3 Augustans arrested in FBI’s child sex abuse operation
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The Federal Bureau of Investigation says three people from Augusta are facing charges in connection with a child sex abuse operation.
Authorities say under “Operation Restore Justice”, more than 205 people were arrested and 115 children were rescued nationwide last week.
The FBI’s Atlanta Field Office charged nine people in the state of Georgia:
- Five from Atlanta
- Three out of the Augusta resident agency
- Two from Rome, Ga. area
FBI officials say charges range from possession of child sexual abuse material to enticement of a minor.
“FBI Atlanta remains steadfast in its mission to safeguard children from those who seek to harm society’s most vulnerable,” said Paul Brown, Special Agent in Charge of FBI Atlanta. “However, let there be no confusion — this week’s operation is just one chapter in a relentless, year-round effort that our dedicated agents are fully invested in. We will continue to leverage every tool and resource at our disposal to track down child predators and ensure they face justice.”
FBI officials say the operation lasted April 28 through May 1.
The FBI says it partners with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.
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