Michigan State Police

4 people from West MI arrested after Northern MI human trafficking sting
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4 people from West MI arrested after Northern MI human trafficking sting

EVART, Mich. — Four people from West Michigan were arrested after a human trafficking sting in Northern Michigan last week. Investigators with the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office say the four suspects, ages 25-to-34, went to Evart Friday with intentions of having sex with someone under the age of 15. The sheriff’s office says the suspects…

Man arrested for human trafficking at Mackinac Bridge bound over to circuit court
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Man arrested for human trafficking at Mackinac Bridge bound over to circuit court

FORSYTH TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WLUC) – UPDATE: The man arrested for taking a teenage girl from a foster home in Forsyth Township and attempting to smuggle her across the Mackinac Bridge has been bound over to Kent County Circuit Court. Terrence Clay, 38, of Comstock Park Clay is scheduled for a status conference in Kent County’s…

‘Can’t fall in love on social media:’ Human trafficking prevention program teaches students about red flags
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‘Can’t fall in love on social media:’ Human trafficking prevention program teaches students about red flags

GRANT, Mich. — When School Resource Officer Justin Visser reflects on the human trafficking situation that was averted recently, he said he’s astounded. However, what stands out to him most is the 16-year-old’s bravery to speak up. “The biggest thing I reflect on is the strength of the young lady coming forward, and this program…

Coalition continues to combat human trafficking in Monroe County
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Coalition continues to combat human trafficking in Monroe County

Law enforcement officers in Monroe County are being provided pocket field guides to help them spot indicators of human trafficking. Several of the guides were distributed last week during a joint meeting hosted by the Monroe County Anti Human Trafficking Coalition (MCAHTC) in observation of Human Trafficking Awareness Month. In attendance at the United Way…

Grant High School student comes forward as victim of human trafficking – FOX 17
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Grant High School student comes forward as victim of human trafficking – FOX 17

GRANT, Mich. — A Philadelphia man is behind bars in Michigan after he tried to meet up with a teenager from Grant, police said on Friday afternoon. According to the Grant Police Department, a 16-year-old student spoke with the school resource officer right after attending a human trafficking prevention seminar at the school. “Recently one…

"Breaking the Chains: Uncovering the Dark Reality of Human Trafficking in Grand Rapids"
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"Breaking the Chains: Uncovering the Dark Reality of Human Trafficking in Grand Rapids"

“Breaking the Chains: Uncovering the Dark Reality of Human Trafficking in Grand Rapids” Photo by Hermes Rivera on Unsplash Human trafficking is a dark and heinous crime that has been occurring in Grand Rapids for far too long. The city is known for its bustling downtown and friendly community, but behind the façade lies a…

Northern Michigan University Department of Continuing Education and Workforce hosts … – WLUC
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Northern Michigan University Department of Continuing Education and Workforce hosts … – WLUC

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) – National Human trafficking hotline data showed that in 2021, 1,186 cases of human trafficking were identified in Michigan. In response to this data, Northern Michigan University’s (NMU) Department of Continuing Education and Workforce is planning for the future. On Tuesday morning, NMU hosted a virtual human trafficking training session. “Today’s goal…

Northern Michigan University Department of Continuing Education and Workforce hosts human trafficking training
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Northern Michigan University Department of Continuing Education and Workforce hosts human trafficking training

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) – National Human trafficking hotline data showed that in 2021, 1,186 cases of human trafficking were identified in Michigan. In response to this data, Northern Michigan University’s (NMU) Department of Continuing Education and Workforce is planning for the future. On Tuesday morning, NMU hosted a virtual human trafficking training session. “Today’s goal…

Human trafficking awareness effort underway on roadways, at truck stops
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Human trafficking awareness effort underway on roadways, at truck stops

Jan. 9—A combined effort to raise awareness and fight human trafficking is underway this week in Michigan and throughout the nation. With January designated as National Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Michigan State Police motor carrier officers are teaming up with officers from across the United States, Truckers Against Trafficking, and the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance…

State Police Motor Carrier Officers Join Forces to Fight Human Trafficking
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State Police Motor Carrier Officers Join Forces to Fight Human Trafficking

During National Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Michigan State Police (MSP) motor carrier officers are teaming up with officers from across the nation and the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) to raise awareness of human trafficking. From January 9-13, MSP officers will join with their colleagues in law enforcement, CVSA, and the organization Truckers Against Trafficking…