Little Rock, Ark. — Several Arkansas residents, including three apprehended by FBI Little Rock, have been arrested as part of Operation Restore Justice, a nationwide FBI-led initiative targeting child sex predators. The Department of Justice announced the operation’s results on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, reporting the rescue of 115 children and the arrest of 205 offenders across the United States.
The five-day operation, conducted by all 55 FBI field offices, the Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section of the Department’s Criminal Division, and U.S. attorneys’ offices, focused on identifying, tracking, and apprehending individuals involved in child sexual abuse. The names and specific charges of the Arkansas individuals remain undisclosed due to ongoing investigations, but the arrests represent a significant effort to protect vulnerable children in the state and nationwide.
United States Attorney General Pamela Bondi underscored the Department of Justice’s commitment to combating these crimes. “We will not rest until we hunt down, arrest, and prosecute every child predator who preys on the most vulnerable among us,” Bondi said. “I am grateful to the FBI and their state and local partners for their incredible work in Operation Restore Justice, and have directed my prosecutors not to negotiate.”
FBI Little Rock has been actively addressing child exploitation in Arkansas. Over the past 18 months, the field office has arrested more than 160 predators and executed over 275 search warrants, leading to the rescue of numerous child victims. These efforts reflect ongoing collaboration between federal, state, and local law enforcement to enhance community safety.
For Batesville residents, the operation highlights the need for vigilance in protecting children from online and offline threats. The FBI notes that predators often exploit public social media profiles to target victims, making community awareness essential. Local authorities encourage parents and guardians to monitor children’s online activities, limit sharing of personal information, and report suspicious behavior to law enforcement.
“This operation demonstrates the FBI’s dedication to protecting children in our communities,” said FBI Little Rock Special Agent in Charge Alicia D. Corder. “We will continue to prioritize these investigations, seek justice for victims, and hold predators accountable.”
Anyone with information about suspected child exploitation is urged to contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or submit anonymous tips at tips.fbi.gov. Support resources are available through local law enforcement and community organizations for those affected by these crimes.
Source: Department of Justice, FBI Little Rock
