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US Cancels Visas for 27 on Cruise Ships Amid Child Abuse Image Claims
9 May
Summary
- Twenty-seven individuals had their visas canceled by US immigration authorities.
- Most individuals involved were reportedly from the Philippines.
- Disney Cruise Line confirmed zero-tolerance policy and cooperation with law enforcement.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection has canceled the visas of 27 individuals found to be involved with child sexual abuse images. These actions were taken after authorities boarded eight cruise ships in late April. The individuals are alleged to have been involved in the receipt, possession, distribution, or viewing of such material.
Most of the affected individuals, reportedly from the Philippines, had their visas revoked and were repatriated. While some ships docked in San Diego, the agency did not specify which vessels were targeted or provide further details on the operation. Disney Cruise Line affirmed its zero-tolerance stance on such behavior and its full cooperation with law enforcement.
