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‘Parent’s worst nightmare’: Sydney childcare worker faces 137 child abuse charges relating to multiple centres
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- A Sydney childcare worker faces 137 charges for alleged abuse across multiple centres, expanding well beyond an initial eight counts.
- Investigators say offences span from 2009 to 2025, indicating a long period of alleged exploitation across several centres.
- The AFP's Operation Moonbi involved reviewing millions of electronic files after devices were seized in July 2025.
- The suspect appeared in Parramatta Local Court; a plea has not yet been entered as investigations continue.
- Authorities urge the public to report information to Crime Stoppers to assist the Moonbi investigation.
- Support services are available 24/7 for affected families, including Lifeline and Kids Helpline.
- Device forensics revealed a large volume of child abuse material, prompting deeper victim identification.
- AFP emphasises the scale of impact and the need to engage impacted families promptly as evidence is analysed.
- The case underscores the challenges of identifying all alleged victims across multiple centres connected to a single accused.
- The Guardian reports the man initially faced eight counts in July 2025, with dozens more offences uncovered through file reviews.
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