By Terry James

BLOOMINGTON – Even as police continue efforts to stop the production and distribution of child pornography, criminals are finding ways to stay one step ahead of the authorities. Judy Brucker of the McLean County Child Protection Network said education and conversation are the key to stopping child predators.

“You need to talk to your kids so your kids learn to trust their instincts on what may not be a good choice or who may be a bad person to hang out with,” said Brucker.

Just this week, the home of Subway Spokesman Jared Fogle was searched by the FBI. Fogle runs a child obesity charity and the search may be related to the recent arrest of one of his employees.

“This happens everyday not only in our nation, but in our own community,” said Brucker.  “It’s really unfortunate for me given that this is my profession that we are only talking about this when we see it nationally.”

Brucker said even an innocent picture of your baby could be downloaded by a predator if placed on social media.

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