When the Predators Become the Prey

Police bodycam footage captures the jaw-dropping moments when dangerous predators find themselves on the other side of the hunt. After weeks of undercover work, investigators flipped the script — turning would-be offenders into the ones being cornered.

What these suspects thought were secret meetings with minors turned into full-blown sting operations, with officers waiting to pounce. The shock and disbelief on their faces say it all as they realize they’ve been caught in their own trap.

Authorities say these stings are part of a nationwide effort to protect vulnerable victims and expose those who lurk behind screens. Justice comes fast when the predators become the prey.