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Tennessee human trafficking numbers on the rise, growing need for help
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Tennessee human trafficking numbers on the rise, growing need for help

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – Human trafficking numbers are on the rise in Tennessee and so is the need to help support trafficking survivors. The latest numbers from AncoraTN show human trafficking referrals for minors are up by more than 60% since 2021. “Human trafficking is taking place everywhere in Tennessee. In every zip code, every…

Several Hamilton County men arrested in human trafficking operation – WDEF
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Several Hamilton County men arrested in human trafficking operation – WDEF

49 minutes ago HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation arrested five Hamilton County men during a human trafficking operation. Some individuals were arrested for actions related to trafficking and others were arrested on drug charges. The operation took place on August 25 and 26. Law enforcement worked to rescue trafficking victims…

‘Not going away on its own’: Truckers Against Trafficking hosts awareness building event
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‘Not going away on its own’: Truckers Against Trafficking hosts awareness building event

Truckers Against Trafficking, a nonprofit human trafficking awareness company, recently hosted an event at the Bridgestone Tower in Downtown Nashville. The “Coalition Build,” − an event to connect businesses, especially those in industries with a stake in trafficking prevention − was cohosted by Bridgestone, Pilot Company and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. It was a…

At least one reported case of human trafficking in all Tennessee counties | Local News
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At least one reported case of human trafficking in all Tennessee counties | Local News

In 2022, there were 88 reports of sex trafficking in East Tennessee. Seven of these reports were from Cumberland County, according to Kevin Reagan, a special agent at the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s human trafficking unit. “Numbers and statistics are hard to gather sometimes around this particular thing, because of the population, their demographics, under-reporting,…

Legislative Update: Human trafficking prevention top priority
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Legislative Update: Human trafficking prevention top priority

January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. This and every month of the year, it remains a top priority of our Tennessee General Assembly to bring an end to this terrible crime in Tennessee. Often described as a hidden crime, human trafficking includes both forced labor and sex trafficking. Not long ago, Tennesseans saw human…

Tennessee's State Capitol Lighting to Recognize Human Trafficking Prevention Awareness
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Tennessee's State Capitol Lighting to Recognize Human Trafficking Prevention Awareness

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee’s state capitol will be highlighted in blue this weekend to raise awareness about human trafficking. January is Human Trafficking Prevention month, a national observation to call attention to the crime. The Office of Criminal Justice Programs (OCJP) provides federal funding to seven programs serving human trafficking victims in Tennessee. The special…

Local officials spread awareness on human trafficking
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Local officials spread awareness on human trafficking

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month and officials are looking to raise awareness to assist victims. The Hamilton County Health Department posted online that “traffickers use force, fraud, or coercion to lure victims into forced labor, domestic servitude, or sexual exploitation.” The Tennessee Department of Health previously reported that the…

The fight against human trafficking | Women’s situational awareness course provides skills for danger detection – WBIR.com
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The fight against human trafficking | Women’s situational awareness course provides skills for danger detection – WBIR.com

70-90% of all human communication is through body language. The course helps women learn what aggressive behaviors to look for. KINGSTON, Tenn. — Sex trafficking is the second fastest-growing crime in the state of Tennessee. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation said 85% of Tennessee counties reported at least one case of sex trafficking in the…

Tennessee is united to fight illegal trade, human trafficking – Tennessean
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Tennessee is united to fight illegal trade, human trafficking – Tennessean

Watch video here. In early June, nine individuals in Middle Tennessee were indicted as part of a drug trafficking operation that was pushing meth into our communities. Sadly, these occurrences are becoming more common. Over my 30 years in law enforcement, I have seen Tennessee’s position as a regional transportation hub being exploited by criminals…

‘It’s a big business’: Nashville organization works to combat human trafficking, 128 rescues last year – WKRN News 2
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‘It’s a big business’: Nashville organization works to combat human trafficking, 128 rescues last year – WKRN News 2

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — It’s a crime happening every day and is often overlooked or unrecognized. Authorities say the number of human trafficking crimes is startling, even though the true scope of the actual number of victims is unknown. “Most people, I think because of some of the movies that have come out, expect it…