Law Enforcement

Law enforcement groups, issues, and resources related to human trafficking.

Alexander M.M. Uballez Sworn in as United States Attorney for the
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Alexander M.M. Uballez Sworn in as United States Attorney for the

ByEyes on Trafficking News

ALBUQUERQUE – Alexander M.M. Uballez was sworn in today as the United States Attorney for the District of New Mexico. Chief United States District Court Judge William P. Johnson administered the oath of office during a private ceremony. A formal investiture will be planned for a later date. United States Attorney Uballez was nominated by…

State House speaker speaks on human trafficking, teacher salaries – DeSoto Times-Tribune
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State House speaker speaks on human trafficking, teacher salaries – DeSoto Times-Tribune

ByEyes on Trafficking News

Speaker of the Mississippi House of Representatives Philip Gunn reviewed recent accomplishments at the Hernando Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Luncheon on Tuesday, including the state’s work to curb human trafficking and raise teacher salaries. Gunn said he was once surprised at the prevalence of human trafficking in Mississippi. He recalled a story from four years…

Two Maryland Residents Found Guilty by Jury of Federal Charges
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Two Maryland Residents Found Guilty by Jury of Federal Charges

ByEyes on Trafficking News

Willis Lewis, 48, and Brittany Jones, 32, have been found guilty by a jury of federal charges, including sex trafficking by force, fraud, and coercion, sex trafficking of minors, and related offenses, in connection with their trafficking of a 15-year-old girl and a 17-year-old girl between April and May of 2019.

Two Maryland Residents Found Guilty by Jury of Federal Charges Related to Sex Trafficking of Minors – Department of Justice
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Two Maryland Residents Found Guilty by Jury of Federal Charges Related to Sex Trafficking of Minors – Department of Justice

ByEyes on Trafficking News

WASHINGTON – Willis Lewis, 48, and Brittany Jones, 32, have been found guilty by a jury of federal charges, including sex trafficking by force, fraud, and coercion, sex trafficking of minors, and related offenses, in connection with their trafficking of a 15-year-old girl and a 17-year-old girl between April and May of 2019. The announcement…

Brooklyn Man Charged with Murder and Sex Trafficking Eight Women – Department of Justice
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Brooklyn Man Charged with Murder and Sex Trafficking Eight Women – Department of Justice

ByEyes on Trafficking News

A 10-count indictment was unsealed today in federal court in Brooklyn charging Somorie Moses, also known as “Somorie Barfield,” “Sugar Bear,” “Bear” and “Daddy,” with the 2017 murder of one woman, Leondra Foster, and with sex trafficking eight women.  This indictment is believed to be the first use of the federal statute criminalizing murder in…

Multiple agencies work together to get human traffickers off Florida streets – WJXT News4JAX
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Multiple agencies work together to get human traffickers off Florida streets – WJXT News4JAX

ByEyes on Trafficking News

Florida Lieutenant Governor, Jeanette Nunes, spoke about the dangers of human trafficking on Monday. “Often times these crimes are hidden in plain sight,” Nunes said. Colonel Gene Spaulding with, FHP, said there has been an increase in human trafficking. “Florida has seen an uptick in human smuggling cases specifically we continue to see the drug…

State Agencies and Organizations That Combat Child Sex Trafficking and Exploitation
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State Agencies and Organizations That Combat Child Sex Trafficking and Exploitation

ByBilly Joe Cain

Seeking information on human trafficking training? PBJ Learning recommends Human Trafficking Essentials, where you can earn your Certificate of Mastery in less than an hour. The below information is reprinted from the Child Welfare Information Gateway. Child Welfare Information Gateway is a service of the Children’s Bureau, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and…

Former Massachusetts Resident Sentenced to 12 Years in Federal Prison
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Former Massachusetts Resident Sentenced to 12 Years in Federal Prison

ByEyes on Trafficking News

A former Brockton, Massachusetts, resident was sentenced today to twelve years in prison for participating in a sex trafficking conspiracy. Matthew Engram, 35, had previously pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit sex trafficking by force, fraud and coercion; two counts of transportation of an individual for purposes of prostitution; and one count of…

Washington State man indicted for sex trafficking and production of child pornography
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Washington State man indicted for sex trafficking and production of child pornography

ByEyes on Trafficking News

Seattle – A 32-year-old Washington State man was indicted this week for seven federal felonies concerning sex trafficking, production of child pornography, and illegal firearms possession, announced U.S. Attorney Nick Brown.  Dominique Terrel Gonzales resided in both Seattle and Vancouver, Washington, during the period when he preyed on young women, forcing them into prostitution.  Gonzales…

Putting Women at the Forefront to Combat Crime and Protect Rights
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Putting Women at the Forefront to Combat Crime and Protect Rights

ByEyes on Trafficking News

© UNODC Vienna (Austria), 19 May 2022 – Human trafficking and migrant smuggling are global crimes that can affect all genders and ages. However, women and girls consistently account for the majority of detected trafficking victims, primarily for sexual exploitation, and females who are smuggled over borders are more exposed to sexual violence and rape than…