Australian Federal Police Crack Down on Child Abuse Websites in Cocos Keeling Islands

The Australian Federal Police (AFP) have announced the blocking of ten child abuse websites hosted on domains associated with the Cocos Keeling Islands. Here’s what we know:

Ten Child Abuse Websites Blocked

• The ten child abuse websites were responsible for the distribution of almost one million child abuse images and videos.
• These websites were hosted on domains associated with the Cocos Keeling Islands.

Thousands of Predators Intercepted

• The AFP, along with international partners, intercepted thousands of predators who had accessed the illegal sites.

Importance of Online Safety

• The AFP has emphasized the importance of online safety and urged parents to educate themselves about risks and prevention methods.

Quote from Detective Superintendent Des Bray

“The AFP is committed to preventing child exploitation material from reaching or remaining online. We thank our international partners for their assistance in disrupting this illegal activity.”

• Detective Superintendent Des Bray, Acting Commander of the AFP’s Child Protection Unit

Ongoing Effort by Law Enforcement Agencies

• The investigation and subsequent blockage of the websites are part of an ongoing effort by law enforcement agencies to combat the distribution and consumption of child abuse material online.

Reporting Suspicious Activity

• The AFP encourages anyone with information about children at risk or suspicious activity online to contact their local police or report it to the Cyber Reporting Centre.