Amarillo police: 47 arrested for child sex crimes, 13 kids rescued during joint operation

AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The Amarillo Police Department says 47 arrests have been made in an online joint operation with the North Texas ICAC.

Amarillo Police Department, in collaboration with the North Texas Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC), recently concluded the second annual Operation Janus.

This joint operation took place from January 15 to February 2, and led to the arrest of 47 people charged with various sex crimes against children. The task force focused on investigating and combating online predators preying on vulnerable youth. Their coordinated operations resulted in:

• Apprehension of 47 suspects involved in internet crimes against children, awaiting prosecution.
• Identification and rescue of 13 children from child sexual abuse, offering them a chance for a safer future.
• Seizure of 447 electronic devices containing terabytes of CSAM, reinforcing our ability to prosecute offenders and prevent future crimes against children.