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‘Back to Skool’: Arizona police arrest 21 men in child sex crimes, human trafficking operation
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‘Back to Skool’: Arizona police arrest 21 men in child sex crimes, human trafficking operation

ByEyes on Trafficking News

SURPRISE, Ariz. – Authorities in Arizona have made 21 arrests in connection to an undercover operation targeting child sex crimes and human trafficking. Surprise Police say the suspects were arrested during “Operation Back to Skool,” a Valley-wide investigation where detectives “placed ads on websites commonly sought out by suspects seeking illegal sex acts.” “Operations of…

Scottsdale becomes first Arizona city to train staff to identify human trafficking victims – KTAR.com
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Scottsdale becomes first Arizona city to train staff to identify human trafficking victims – KTAR.com

ByEyes on Trafficking News

SCOTTSDALE — Popular tourist areas have become a hot spot for human traffickers, making those in Scottsdale vulnerable. “To be honest we’re a hub. We’re a hub for major events and major activities and with that comes illegal sex trade,” said Scottsdale Police Chief Jeff Walther at a press conference on Wednesday. That’s why the…