Dateline’s To Catch a Predator has been one of the most watched shows in the United States. It has caught over two hundred potential predators and exposed an alarming epidemic to millions of viewers. In his book, To Catch a Predator, Chris Hansen shares the harrowing true stories of families who have been targeted by sexual predators.
The show has seen incredible success since its airing thirteen years ago, changing the way we think about online safety and predator prevention. The series follows investigators as they pose as children on internet chatrooms in order to catch would-be perpetrators. The telling interviews with victims and their families reveal how quickly and easily someone can be targeted online.
To Catch a Predator is both an important educational tool and an emotional roller coaster ride for viewers, bringing insight into this dark corner of society. It also serves as a reminder that we must protect our children from those who seek to harm them online.
If you haven’t yet watched Dateline’s To Catch a Predator documentary, now is the time to do so! It’s sure to open your eyes to this serious problem and educate you on how we can help protect our children in the digital age.
