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Predator Files

2026-03-12 · 22 min / episode · Not rated

Crime · Documentary · Reality

Predator Files takes viewers onto the front lines of the fight to apprehend the world’s most dangerous online child predators. Led by Roo Powell, law-enforcement consultant, survivor advocate, and founder of SOSA (Safe From Online Sexual Abuse), the series documents high-stakes undercover operations conducted in direct partnership with ICAC task forces, vice units, and district attorneys across the United States.

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CRIME+INVESTIGATION, Crime & Investigation Network, A+E Studios
Countries
United Kingdom, United States of America
Status
Returning Series

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Roo PowellRoo PowellHead of SOSA
Ariel WinterAriel WinterDecoy

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