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University of Alabama modeling helps law enforcement crack down on human trafficking
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University of Alabama modeling helps law enforcement crack down on human trafficking

ByEyes on Trafficking News

Computer modeling developed by one University of Alabama (UA) research team to combat sex trafficking has led to more than 100 arrests in west Alabama over the last year. The team began working with local, state and national law enforcement in May 2019. They were able to offer them something that current “off-the-shelf” software could…

West Human Trafficking Task Force makes major dent in commercial sex trade – WBRC
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West Human Trafficking Task Force makes major dent in commercial sex trade – WBRC

ByEyes on Trafficking News

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC) – The West Alabama Human Trafficking Task Force broke a major case – 15 arrests. Investigators say their charges range from prostitution to drugs and human trafficking allegedly involving commercial sex. Read the original story here. The pain is unspeakable, long-lasting with no easy fix. But investigator Jessica Wilson says there is…

"Changing minds on human trafficking," An APR 40th anniversary encore presentation
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"Changing minds on human trafficking," An APR 40th anniversary encore presentation

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Alabama Public Radio is diving into our archives as APR observes forty years on the air. The U.S. State Department recently invited APR to address a delegation from Africa on our fourteen month investigation into human trafficking. The group was part of what’s called the International Visitor Leadership Program. Part of APR’s talk was on…

U.S. Attorney on Human Trafficking in Alabama – Birmingham Times
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U.S. Attorney on Human Trafficking in Alabama – Birmingham Times

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By Ryan Michaels The Birmingham Times The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Investigations says 34 arrests were made for commercial sex and six arrests for human trafficking during The World Games, which ended Sunday in Birmingham. The task force also made eight arrests of adults seeking online enticement of a minor and/or traveling to meet a…