The Office of the Governor of the State of Indiana

02/10/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/10/2026 08:27

02-10-2026 Gov. Braun, ISP Protect Hoosier Kids From Online Predators

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026

Gov. Braun, ISP Protect Hoosier Kids From Online Predators


INDIANAPOLIS - After a year that resulted in the arrest of 499 individuals for crimes against children, the rescue of 126 children from ongoing abuse, and the receipt of thousands of new investigative tips, Indiana Governor Mike Braun is emphasizing the ongoing success of the Indiana State Police's initiative aimed at protecting Hoosier children from online predators and abuse.

The Indiana Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force has been an emphasis of Gov. Braun's administration and has experienced significant growth in order to better protect Hoosier children. From January 2025 through February 9, 2026, the ICAC Task Force has increased by 50 individuals from 470 to 520 law enforcement officers.


"Nothing is more important than keeping Hoosier kids safe. Indiana State Police are building on their success last year saving children from abuse and putting child predators behind bars," said Gov. Braun.


Through the ICAC Task Force, Indiana State Police and their local partners were able to put hundreds of child predators behind bars in 2025.

  • Total number of cybertips received: 29,635 (38% increase in comparison to 2024)
  • Total Number of investigations: 3,164
  • Total number of arrests: 499
  • Number of children rescued from ongoing abuse: 126
  • Already in 2026, ICAC has received 2,951 (29% increase in comparison to January 2025)

The ICAC Task Force provides tips for parents with a focus on safe social media practices, parental controls, and how to report abuse. More information can be found here - https://www.in.gov/isp/icactf/parenting-tips/

For more information about the Indiana ICAC, visit: https://www.internetcrimesagainstkids.com.

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Griffin Reid
Press Secretary
Office of Governor Mike Braun
Email: [email protected]
Cell: 317-391-9475

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