North Texas officials arrest 15 in online operation targeting sexual exploitation of children

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North Texas law enforcement officials arrested 15 men accused of seeking out sex with minors online.

The Collin County Sheriff's Office collaborated with a several other law enforcement agencies in "Operation Medusa," a week-long program that wrapped up this week.

The operation targeted suspects using the internet to sexually exploit children, officials said in a news release.

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A total of 15 men were arrested and charged with crimes such as the promotion of child pornography and online solicitation of a minor.

Officials also seized hard drives, which they believe could lead to more arrests in the case.

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