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In July 2025, a record-breaking child predator sting in Marion County, Florida led to 48 arrests and 153 charges after undercover officers posed as children online. Many suspects attempted to meet who they thought were minors through platforms like Snapchat—only to be met by law enforcement. Sheriff Billy Woods urged parents to stay vigilant about their children’s online activity, warning that predators are actively seeking them out.

This historic operation is a reminder that predators are everywhere, but so are protectors. As a community, we must remain alert, educate our children, and continue standing against those who seek to harm them.

A new CCDH report, Fake Friend, found that ChatGPT gave harmful advice to simulated 13-year-olds—including instructions for self-harm, drugs, and even suicide notes—in over 50% of cases. Parents, faith communities, and tech platforms must act now to protect children. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call 988 for immediate help.

Who – Schlep (Michael), a 22‑year‑old Roblox survivor and predator hunter
What happened – Helped arrest six predators; submitted evidence; got banned and served a legal notice by Roblox
Roblox’s stance – Labeled him a “platform risk” and said his actions violated terms and endangered users (The Times of India, PC Gamer)
Platform context – Roblox hosts tens of millions daily players, many under 12; needs more effective safety systems (WorldNetDaily, Wikipedia)