In Madrid, a 19-year-old suspect was arrested within a coordinated national operation that targeted cyberbullying and exploitation of minors. The case is connected to a broader framework known as Operation Yomi, which began in Zaragoza last year after a family alerted authorities that a 13-year-old girl had been deceived by someone she had met online through a social app. The alarming sequence involved attempts to share obscene images and videos, highlighting the severe risks young people face in digital environments.
According to information released by the Aragon High Police Station on the weekend, the Zaragoza Technological Crime Group initiated a thorough inquiry. After carefully reviewing the electronic devices used by the minor, investigators determined that the suspect had established an emotionally charged relationship with the girl. Through calculated manipulation, he cultivated affection with the explicit aim of fulfilling sexual ambitions, escalating his demands over time and pressuring the minor to comply with increasingly explicit requests.
Authorities also determined that the suspect provided methods to block parental monitoring and sought to control all communication between themselves and the girl. He allegedly plotted avenues that would allow him to isolate the minor from her trusted circle and create opportunities for direct contact, with the intent of sexual activity while evading accountability.
During the subsequent operation, investigators located the suspect in Madrid and, given the proximity that allowed easy travel back to Zaragoza, proceeded with an arrest at his residence. The seizure was carried out by members of the Madrid Judicial Police Provincial Brigade Technological Crimes Group, reinforcing the cross-city collaboration essential to such cases and underscoring the serious nature of online predation involving minors.
In the course of police work, a range of computer devices storing material linked to the minor victim were confiscated. The authorities also intercepted the accused’s accounts on multiple social networks used to reach and communicate with other underage individuals, illustrating how digital footprints can reveal patterns of behavior across platforms and time.
Preliminary analysis indicates that the suspect maintained intense online activity with at least six other underage girls, suggesting a broader pattern of manipulation and exploitation across victims. The investigation team is compiling the digital evidence to construct a comprehensive picture of the offender’s modus operandi, emphasizing the importance of piecing together online behavior to identify potential victims and prevent further harm.
The inquiry is set to advance into a second phase, during which authorities will conduct a detailed examination of all seized materials. The goal is to determine the total number of victims, confirm whether there has been any physical contact, and assess the full scope of the alleged crimes. This ongoing process reflects a commitment to thoroughness and accountability in pursuing justice for minors affected by online abuse.
The detainee appeared before a Madrid court to be transferred to the 11th Investigation Court of Zaragoza, which has jurisdiction over the case. The transfer aligns with standard judicial procedures designed to consolidate investigation activities and ensure that all relevant evidence receives careful review under the appropriate legal process. The case continues to unfold as investigators work to establish responsibility and safeguard vulnerable individuals from digital exploitation.