NewsNBC 6 South FloridaJuly 1, 2026Miami-Dade
Six men arrested in Miami-Dade undercover sting targeting suspected child predators
Six men were arrested in an undercover operation after allegedly attempting to meet minors for sex. This operation is part of a broader initiative that has resulted in over 30 arrests since April.
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The arrests reflect ongoing local law enforcement efforts to target online solicitation of minors, with suspects currently pending trial.
Key Facts
- Six men were arrested on Wednesday in an undercover operation.
- The suspects are being held without bond pending trial.
- More than 30 people have been arrested in similar operations since April.
- Suspects allegedly responded to online advertisements believing they were connecting with minors.
- John Alcin, 30, was arrested after allegedly handing $200 to an undercover officer.
- The Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office operates a confidential center providing emergency services for human trafficking survivors.
- A human trafficking hotline is available at 305-349-7867.
Who's Mentioned
other30“Total number of arrests since April.”personJohn Alcin“30-year-old suspect arrested in the operation.”other14“Age of the minor the suspect believed he was meeting.”organizationMiami-Dade State Attorney’s Office“The office conducting the undercover operations.”otherFIFA World Cup“International event cited as context for increased regional activity.”personKatherine Fernandez Rundle“Miami-Dade State Attorney.”organizationNBC6“News outlet that interviewed the State Attorney.”