A statewide operation involving the Attorney General’s Office and the U.S. Marshals Service ended with the rescue of 22 children who were missing.

Attorney General James Uthmeier announced Monday the children were recovered as part of an investigation called “Operation Home for the Holidays.” The investigation spanned vast areas of Florida, including Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, and Fort Myers, and extended into nine other states.

“Thanks to one of the single largest child-rescue operations in U.S. history, 122 missing children are safe,” said Uthmeier. “This operation highlights the strength and diligence of Florida’s Law Enforcement. I am deeply grateful for everyone that made Operation Home for the Holidays a massive success. Many of these kids have been victimized in unspeakable

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