Seven Arrested in San Jose Child Exploitation Sting

San Jose police, working alongside the FBI and local law enforcement agencies, arrested seven men from various Bay Area cities suspected of attempting to meet minors under 14 for sex during an undercover sting operation from April 1 to 4. The suspects allegedly used social media to communicate with individuals they believed were juveniles, with some offering money for sexual favors. Six suspects were apprehended at arranged meeting locations, while the seventh was arrested later at a different site. All were booked into the Santa Clara County Main Jail on charges related to communicating with a minor to commit sex acts. Authorities have asked anyone with information about these cases to contact Detective Camarillo of the Internet Crimes Against Children task force. The operation underscores ongoing efforts to combat technology-facilitated child exploitation in the region.