In the fall of 2024, the Swedish National Operational Department (Noa) launched an initiative aimed at identifying Swedish children depicted in vast quantities of seized child pornography over the years. The investigative program 'Jakten' follows the lengthy and resource-intensive work being done to identify these vulnerable children. Christer Andersson, who works with internet-related sexual offenses against children at Noa, stated that they are actively working with approximately 200 cases this week, which he believes is merely the tip of the iceberg, showcasing the scale of the issue.

Andersson expressed concerns that the Swedish police face challenges regarding the time and resources required to thoroughly investigate all the seized material. Despite their ongoing efforts, he indicated that there remains a significant amount of undiscovered material containing children across the country. The report highlighted the exhaustive process in which Swedish investigators manually sift through details in images and videos searching for clues, which underscores the limitations they face in dealing with this urgent situation.

In contrast, Norwegian police, specifically the Kripos agency, have adopted modern technology such as facial recognition to streamline their investigations. This evolution in investigative techniques might suggest a need for Swedish authorities to explore similar advancements to enhance their efficiency in handling child exploitation cases, as the issue continues to present a pressing challenge in both nations.