Overview

• Operation 'OP Fever' spans 12 European countries, resulting in 166 arrests and the seizure of significant evidence related to child exploitation.
• In Hessen, 105 suspects aged 14 to 80 are under investigation for possession, distribution, and acquisition of child pornography.
• Authorities are examining nine cases in Hessen involving allegations of child sexual abuse as part of ongoing inquiries.
• Law enforcement seized 1,691 items, including digital storage media, for detailed forensic analysis in the next phase of the investigation.
• Searches were conducted across Hessen, including cities like Darmstadt, Frankfurt, Fulda, Gießen, and Wiesbaden, as well as surrounding counties.