Florida law enforcement rescues 163 missing children during five-day operation

Florida News

By Kennedy Owens

Published Aug. 25, 2026, 12:02 p.m. ET | Updated Aug. 25, 2026

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-Florida law enforcement recovered 163 missing children during a five day statewide operation.

-The children were between two months and 17 years old.

-The operation was led by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement with help from other agencies and groups.

-Children were found in six states, Puerto Rico, and 12 other countries.

At least three arrests were made involving crimes against children.

-Recovered children were connected with medical care, social services, and child welfare support.