Susan C. Dunbar Acting Executive Associate Director, Management and Administration | U.S. Immigration And Customs Enforcement
Susan C. Dunbar Acting Executive Associate Director, Management and Administration | U.S. Immigration And Customs Enforcement
In its second year, the Inter-agency Child Exploitation and Persons Trafficking Task Force has intensified efforts to combat child exploitation in northeast Florida. The task force warns child predators that their activities will be uncovered with the support of multiple agencies and advanced resources.
During 2024, the Northeast Florida INTERCEPT Task Force initiated 1,220 investigations and resolved 728 Cyber Tips from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Authorities seized 122 electronic devices containing over 10 million images and videos, including more than 48,000 identified as child sexual abuse material. This led to the identification of 28 victims and resulted in 66 arrests, with many cases still active or in various stages of prosecution.
The INTERCEPT Task Force is a coalition comprising local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations Jacksonville, Clay County Sheriff’s Office, Putnam County Sheriff’s Office, St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office, Nassau County Sheriff’s Office, Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. In collaboration with private sector partners, they adopt a comprehensive approach to address child exploitation and human trafficking.
Partnering with Operation Light Shine and supported by donors like the Tim Tebow Foundation, the task force provides law enforcement with essential tools, funding, and training necessary to combat modern-day slavery involving child exploitation. This collaboration enhances investigative capabilities through advanced technology and expert resources.
Since its inception in March 2023, the Northeast Florida INTERCEPT Task Force has emerged as a national model in combating child exploitation. It remains committed to holding offenders accountable while rescuing vulnerable victims.
For reporting information about human trafficking or related offenses involving children anonymously can contact the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children via their tip line at (800) 843-5678 or online at report.cybertip.org.
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