Aggravated Human Trafficking

Aggravated human trafficking refers to a severe form of human trafficking in which the victim is subjected to particularly harsh or degrading treatment, or in which the offender has a significant level of involvement in the trafficking operation. In many jurisdictions, aggravated human trafficking is considered a more serious crime than regular human trafficking and carries heavier penalties.

Human trafficking is a serious global problem that affects millions of people around the world. It involves the use of force, fraud, or coercion to exploit people for the purpose of labor, sexual exploitation, or other forms of abuse. It is a grave violation of human rights and a crime that often goes unnoticed and unreported.

If you or someone you know is experiencing human trafficking or if you have information about a trafficking operation, it is important to seek help from a trusted authority or support organization. There are many resources available to help victims of trafficking, including hotlines, shelters, and legal assistance. It is also important to remember that you are not alone and that there is help available.

Utahn accused of human trafficking charged with witness tampering from jail
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Utahn accused of human trafficking charged with witness tampering from jail

A man already accused of aggravated human trafficking is now charged with trying to tamper with witnesses and evidence while he was in the Salt Lake County Jail. (Spenser Heaps, Deseret News) WEST VALLEY CITY — A man accused of forcing a teenage girl into prostitution is now facing additional criminal charges accusing him of…

Utah man arrested, accused of human trafficking in case involving teen girl
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Utah man arrested, accused of human trafficking in case involving teen girl

A man who police say forced a teen girl into prostitution to pay for rent and drugs has been arrested for investigation of numerous charges following a multi-agency investigation. WEST VALLEY CITY — A man who police say forced a teen girl into prostitution to pay for rent and drugs has been arrested for investigation…

Lawrence man facing human-trafficking charges is charged with another child-sex crime
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Lawrence man facing human-trafficking charges is charged with another child-sex crime

A Lawrence man facing human-trafficking charges for allegedly allowing children in his care to be sexually assaulted in exchange for rent was charged Wednesday in Douglas County District Court with a new count of indecent liberties with a child. Cormick Gabriel Ferrell, 43, was charged with one felony count of aggravated indecent liberties with a…

WPD arrest 17 in undercover sex trafficking operation – KSN-TV
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WPD arrest 17 in undercover sex trafficking operation – KSN-TV

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — An undercover anti-child sexual exploitation operation between the Wichita Police Department (WPD), Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), and other law enforcement partners called “Operation Blue Ghost” has resulted in two arrests in Wichita. Wichita operations were conducted between May 17 and 19. During that time, two people were arrested on suspicion of…

WPD: 17 arrested during crackdown on human trafficking in Wichita – KWCH
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WPD: 17 arrested during crackdown on human trafficking in Wichita – KWCH

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) – The Wichita Police Department (WPD) arrested 17 people as a part of an anti-child sexual exploitation operation codenamed “Operation Blue Ghost” from May 17 through June 2. The operation was in partnership with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and other law enforcement partners. Wichita operations were conducted from May 17 through May…