Overview

• The two-week June operation spanned Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco counties and involved over 100 personnel from 20 federal, state and local agencies.
• Authorities recovered or safely located 60 children aged 9 to 17 who were at high risk of violence, exploitation or trafficking.
• Eight individuals were arrested on charges including human trafficking, child endangerment, narcotics possession and custodial interference.
• Recovered children received immediate medical evaluations, psychological care and placement through the Florida Department of Children and Families and partner organizations.
• US Marshals Service described Dragon Eye as the most successful missing child recovery operation in its history.