In the absence of the saved minor, nine men arrested in special operations targeting sexual predators for children in Limestone Co.

Limestone co., Ala. (Waffle)-a missing minor outside the state was saved, and an operation targeted against sexual predators for children led to the arrest of nine men on a total of 36 accusations, according to the Sheriff’s office in Limestone County.

On March 6, deputy Dylan Legg responded to a disturbance call and discovered a disappeared minor from another state. The authorities said the deputy Legg recognized the signs of human trafficking and took immediate measures to save the minor, who said he had fallen victim to sex traffic after being lured online.

Between March 9 – March 15, the Criminal Investigation Division in Limestone County, with the assistance of patrol staff and corrections, carried out a targeted operation, which leads to nine arrests under accusations related to human trafficking and exploiting children..

The following persons were arrested and charged with trafficking in 1st degree, electronic request of a child and travel to meet a minor for an act of illegal sex:

Macario Mina (30) from Huntsville, Al
Robin Morneault (40) of Athens, Al
Stephen Carmac (53) of Cameron, NC
Quan Zeng (33) of Gadsden, Al
Kevin Brooks (34 years old) in Huntsville, Al
Lavoris Mitchell (36 years old) in Huntsville, Al

In addition, the following persons were arrested and faced with improved accusations with two charges of trafficking of the 1st degree, two charges of electronic request of a child, and two travel charges to meet a minor for an act of illegal sex:

Daris Moore II (24) of Harvest, of
Donald Devaney (52 years old) from Russellville, of
Raul Alvarez-Lopez (28) of Huntsville, Al

A minor outside the missing state was saved and an operation targeted against the sex of the child ... — A missing minor from outside the state was saved, and an operation targeted against sexual predators for children led to the arrest of nine men on a total of 36 accusations, according to Limestone County Sheriff.(Limestone County Sheriff’s Office)

The authorities have made sure that the child was safely returned by their family by coordinating with the minor probation, DHR from Limestone County and the agencies outside the state.

Authorities have stated that the obligations for suspects will be established later by a judge.

The office of the sheriff in Limestone County said that this operation strengthens their commitment to protect children and to ensure that those who prey to minors are brought in justice.

“These are exactly the types of predators we are about, those who talk to children on applications like Snapchat, where I think we cannot save their disturbing messages,” said Captain Caleb Durden.

“We can, too, and intend to use their own words and actions to follow them to the greatest extent of the law. What is most disturbing to me is the position that some of these individuals hold in their communities, living double lives and teaching the most vulnerable children. These predators searched for children for sexual acts, agreed to pay to have sex with children and then traveled from several different locations to do so before being arrested by my team, who did an exceptional, professional and thorough job. ”

Sheriff Joshua Mclaughlin said it is important for parents to be aware of their online children’s activity.

“Parents, please remain vigilant about the online activities of your children. No one thinks it will happen to their child, but the predators are there, hiding behind the screens, waiting for an opportunity,” said McLaughlin.

“Monitor games, phones and any internet connected devices. These special operations are complex and time -consuming, but we could not be more proud of the professionals dedicated to the Sheriff’s office in Limestone County, who work tirelessly to protect our community. Since February 2024, these operations have led to 27 arrests in Limestone County, each step towards keeping our children safe. “

This investigation remains in progress, with potential local taxes.

An agency outside the state has issued mandates for a person suspected of taking the minor. To protect the victim’s identity, no other details have been launched at this time.

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