Child sexual abuse: an investigation has been opened on the online forum LeGarcon.net

The Paris prosecutor's office has opened an investigation into the online forum LeGarcon.net, suspected of serving as a meeting place for men attracted to minors. The cybercrime unit took over the case following a report from the Office of the High Commissioner for Children. This website has reportedly been under surveillance for several weeks due to content and exchanges potentially linked to child sexual abuse.

Investigations to identify the network

The investigation aims to determine the extent of the network and identify active forum users. Investigators are particularly focused on establishing whether criminal offenses were committed through this platform, beyond mere browsing. The initiation of this procedure reflects the authorities' increased vigilance in the face of the proliferation of these digital spaces dedicated to illegal content targeting children.

The High Commission for Children, a government agency, plays an increasingly important role in identifying and reporting these dangerous websites. This case comes amid a heightened campaign against sexual crimes committed against minors online. Penalties for such offenses can range from several years of imprisonment to several years of actual imprisonment, depending on the nature and severity of the crimes committed.