Australia police charge man with abuse of 459 children

BBC News - WorldEN 2 min read 100% complete February 5, 2026 at 05:50 AM

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A 27-year-old Australian man has been charged with 596 child-abuse-related offences against 459 victims in Australia and 15 other countries. The man, who was in custody since February, allegedly targeted children on social media and gaming platforms between 2018 and 2025. He created multiple online profiles, posed as both men and women, and used "grooming and coercion" to obtain sexually explicit material from his victims. The charges include producing child abuse material, procuring minors, and engaging in sexual activity with children using carriage services. Police found over 23,000 videos and images of the alleged abuse on his electronic devices. Investigations are ongoing, with over 360 victims identified so far, and police are working to provide support to the remaining victims.

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Helen Livingstone 30% Sydney 40% Denzil Clark ×260% Queensland ×270% Queensland Police ×280% Australia ×290%

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child abuse 100% online grooming 80% sexual abuse material 70% social media 60% carriage service 50% gaming platforms 50% international partners 40% queensland police 40%