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DVIS hosts a discussion on human trafficking for parents and guardians | News | fox23.com
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DVIS hosts a discussion on human trafficking for parents and guardians | News | fox23.com

TULSA, Okla. — Parents in Tulsa are being warned to look for signs that their child might be the target of human trafficking. A public discussion was held Tuesday evening to raise awareness and give parents advice on what to watch out for in case their child is being targeted. Domestic Violence Intervention Services (DVIS) hosted…

Former NFL Player Eric Johnson Among 8 People Arrested For Human Trafficking & Gang Charges
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Former NFL Player Eric Johnson Among 8 People Arrested For Human Trafficking & Gang Charges

Former NFL defensive back Eric Johnson and seven others were charged with human trafficking and other gang-related charges last Friday. Eric Johnson celebrates a touchdown in the Raiders vs Buccaneers Super Bowl XXXVII via All Highlights YouTube Johnson, 46, played in The League from 2000-2005 with the Oakland Raiders, Atlanta Falcons, and Arizona Cardinals. He’s…

48 arrests, 8 children rescued in sex trafficking operation in San Diego | cbs8.com
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48 arrests, 8 children rescued in sex trafficking operation in San Diego | cbs8.com

SAN DIEGO — Local, state and federal authorities announced Tuesday they’ve arrested 48 people and rescued 8 children during an operation aimed at combating human trafficking and sexual exploitation. ‘Operation Better Pathways’ launched in January. “The youngest victim rescued during this operation was 13 years old,” said SDPD Chief David Nisleit.”She was seen walking the…

HPD saves 2 human smuggling victims and arrests suspect at SW Houston gas station
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HPD saves 2 human smuggling victims and arrests suspect at SW Houston gas station

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A man accused of kidnapping and human smuggling was arrested after police recovered two male victims, who were unharmed, at a gas station in southwest Houston last week. Houston Police Department officers said they arrested 27-year-old Francisco Cisneros, who is charged with trafficking of persons. On Saturday, Feb. 18, at about…

Chiefs of Ontario Host Human Trafficking Lunch and Learn Sessions Highlighting Human …
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Chiefs of Ontario Host Human Trafficking Lunch and Learn Sessions Highlighting Human

(Toronto, ON – February 21, 2023) The Chiefs of Ontario (COO) Women’s Initiatives Sector will host a lunch and learn session on March 3, 2023, to highlight human trafficking prevention and awareness. During the lunch and learn session, service providers and First Nations will join together to discuss the importance of eradicating human trafficking, how…

Eastlake City Council President John Meyers charged for 'attempting to buy sex' – WEWS
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Eastlake City Council President John Meyers charged for 'attempting to buy sex' – WEWS

A multi-agency task force comprised of the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, Wickliffe Police Department and the Northeast Ohio Human Trafficking Task Force arrested half a dozen people for trying to pay for sex, according to a news release from the office of Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost. Among those arrested was Eastlake City Council President…

Andrew Tate Reacts to Another 30 Days in Prison Amid Human Trafficking Case
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Andrew Tate Reacts to Another 30 Days in Prison Amid Human Trafficking Case

A Romanian court ruled Andrew Tate must remain in custody for a further 30 days while authorities investigate accusations of rape and human trafficking. The American-British influencer was arrested in Romania on December 29, alongside his brother, Tristan, and two women who are Romanian nationals. He has been charged with sexual assault and exploitation. Prosecutors…

Labor Trafficking Happens Here, Too – Progressive.org
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Labor Trafficking Happens Here, Too – Progressive.org

Many organizations have tried to capitalize on promoting “awareness” of human trafficking. But awareness-raising without a call to action is ineffective and often misleading. Awareness campaigns, especially those tied to fundraising, typically focus on girls in the sex trades, but recently reported instances involving youth and undocumented people have been associated with industries like food…

Why Andrew Tate May Have Chosen To Live In Romania – BuzzFeed News
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Why Andrew Tate May Have Chosen To Live In Romania – BuzzFeed News

She continued, “Andrew is a controversial public character.” In an apparent attempt to show that Tate is prone to hyperbole, she added, “He said he has laser vision, that he doesn’t sleep, that tigers don’t attack him because they have an agreement.” Petrescu also said that in one of Tate’s online videos, he says rape…

Govt, Canada Strengthen Ties to Fight Human Trafficking
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Govt, Canada Strengthen Ties to Fight Human Trafficking

The Nigerian Government and its Canadian counterpart on Tuesday vowed to scale up efforts at stemming the tide of trafficking in persons and migrants smuggling. The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persona (NAPTIP) said both countries, through the technical partner, Ark Group, will promote projects to consolidate on the agency’s past achievements,…