Kerala Police Crackdown on Child Pornography in P-Hunt Operation

Kerala police launched Operation P-Hunt, arresting six individuals and registering 37 cases in a statewide crackdown. Raids were conducted across 455 locations, resulting in numerous arrests and the seizure of electronic devices used for child pornography. The largest number of raids occurred in Malappuram district.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Thiruvananthapuram | Updated: 03-09-2024 18:19 IST | Created: 03-09-2024 18:19 IST
Kerala Police Crackdown on Child Pornography in P-Hunt Operation
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In a sweeping crackdown against child pornography, the Kerala police have registered 37 cases and arrested six persons from various districts under the operation titled P-Hunt.

According to an official statement on Tuesday, law enforcement officers conducted raids at 455 locations over the past few days, targeting those who search, collect, and share illicit images.

The arrests took place across several districts, including Thiruvananthapuram Rural, Kollam City, Pathanamthitta, Malappuram, Kozhikode Rural, and Kasaragod. Malappuram district saw the highest number of raids, with officers searching 60 locations and seizing 23 devices. The P-Hunt operation also resulted in significant seizures in Thiruvananthapuram Rural and city areas.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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