Filipino man Teddy Mejia, accused of exploiting over 100 children and trafficking them online, was arrested in the UAE, extradited to Philippines, and nearly 30 linked victims rescued.

Teddy Mejia, a Filipino man accused of exploiting over 100 children by selling their nude images online, has been arrested in the UAE and extradited to the Philippines. He allegedly blackmailed and raped victims, some as young as 9, using manipulated photos. Philippine authorities, aided by an Interpol Red Notice, have rescued nearly 30 children linked to Mejia’s trafficking ring. The case highlights the growing issue of online child exploitation in the Philippines.

September 12, 2024
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