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Sydney Childcare Worker Faces 329 Abuse Charges
13 Jul
Summary
- Former Sydney childcare worker charged with 329 offenses.
- Investigation spans 16 years, with 136 alleged victims identified.
- AFP contacted families globally regarding child abuse material.
Australian federal police are investigating alleged offending by a 35-year-old former Sydney childcare worker, who faces 329 charges spanning a 16-year period.
The investigation, dubbed 'Operation Moonbi', has identified 136 victims, with police contacting 121 families internationally and across Australia. Charges include producing child abuse material and intentionally sexually touching young children.
The AFP began its inquiry in June of last year following a report of an online user uploading child abuse material. The accused worker had connections to 62 early childhood education facilities, primarily in Sydney's northwest.
Authorities have urged any victim-survivors to seek support. The operation involved extensive data analysis, including reviewing 2.4 million electronic files and executing 12 search warrants over 12 months.
