Sydney child abuse case: Ex-childcare worker charged for filming ‘explicit’ images; dark web footprint led to arrest

David James, a 26-year-old childcare worker in Sydney, faces charges for producing child abuse material at multiple childcare centers between 2021 and 2024. Accused of filming explicit content of young children, his arrest has intensified concerns about safety within Australia’s childcare sector. This case follows other recent abuse scandals, prompting calls for stricter regulations and comprehensive reforms to protect children.