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163 missing Florida kids rescued, 3 arrested during Operation Statewide Shield
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk Nancy Gay , as published by FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News
· August 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points This operation, known as Operation Statewide Shield, led to multiple arrests across several regions. A historic child recovery operation has resulted in the rescue of 163 missing children.
A historic child recovery operation has resulted in the rescue of 163 missing children. This operation, known as Operation Statewide Shield, led to multiple arrests across several regions. Three arrests were made during the operation.
Further details about the operation are available from the source. The rescue effort is notable for its success in recovering a large number of missing children.
The operation's outcome is a significant achievement, with many children being rescued and returned to safety.
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Category: safety Published: August 25, 2026 Source: FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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