Overview

• Border officials in August flagged a consignment from Asia at a Sydney mail facility and seized a child-like sex doll, triggering a joint ABF–AFP investigation.
• Officers executed a search at a Lalor Park home on September 8, seizing digital devices and children’s clothing, along with documents allegedly linked to the import.
• Investigators allege the devices contained a significant cache of AI-generated child abuse material.
• Neil Gardoll, 59, was arrested on October 16 and charged with importing tier‑2 goods as well as producing and possessing child abuse material; bail was refused and a court appearance is set for October 20.
• In a separate case, NSW Police charged and suspended Senior Constable Aslim Mohammed Khan over online child abuse material as agencies highlight intensified screening and international cooperation.