The disturbing underworld of child prostitution in Europe is investigated in the latest CNN documentary Easy Prey: Inside the Child Sex Trade. The show is to be telecast on 1 and 8 May at 5:30 pm and on 2 and 9 May at 9:30 am and 4:30 pm.

Filmmakers Liviu Tipurita and Andrew Smith document a thriving industry in Eastern Europe where children are forced to have sex with Western foreigners. The documentary presents solemn and heart-rending testimonials from young boys and girls combined with hidden camera footage of sex negotiations.

One story is that of Laurentiu - the 15 year old homeless boy - who survives by begging during the day and engaging in sex acts with Westerners by night. Many in his gang sleep in the Bucharest Underground and are addicted to sniffing solvents. Liviu Tipurita who narrates the film, meets his young friends, who regularly trade sex for money, food and clothing.