Violent Crime

Violent crime is a term used to describe any crime that involves the use of physical force or the threat of physical force. Examples of violent crimes include murder, assault, robbery, and sexual assault. These crimes can have serious and lasting effects on victims, their families, and their communities. In general, the rate of violent crime varies across different countries and regions, and can be influenced by a number of factors, including poverty, lack of education, and the availability of weapons.

 

 

Human Trafficking Statistics By Age, Venue, Type and Region – Enterprise Apps Today
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Human Trafficking Statistics By Age, Venue, Type and Region – Enterprise Apps Today

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Introduction Human Trafficking Statistics: Today, we reside in a modern world but yet there is not a single day when illegal activities do not happen. Unfortunately, illegal activities are focused more on girls and women. Sexual violence in such cases badly affects their physical, emotional as well as mental health. And surprisingly, even developed countries…

Bons Secours St. Francis Health System Human Trafficking Symposium to take place April 4
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Bons Secours St. Francis Health System Human Trafficking Symposium to take place April 4

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Bon Secours St. Francis Health System’s 5th Annual Human Trafficking Symposium will be taking place at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena this year, from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 4. The half-day of presentations will feature three experts: Ana Isabel Vallejo, JD, Mollie Gordon, MA, MD, and Cardell T. Morant. Vallejo works…

COYOTE RI: Support immunity for sex workers reporting crimes – Uprise RI
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COYOTE RI: Support immunity for sex workers reporting crimes – Uprise RI

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Have you ever thought sex workers and sex trafficking survivors should be able to go to police and report crimes like sex trafficking, kidnapping, or assault without being arrested for prostitution? House Bill 6064, introduced on March 3rd, attempts to make that a reality, and it needs your support. The Nuts and Bolts This is…

Mercyhurst senior makes worldwide impact through Anti-Human Trafficking Club
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Mercyhurst senior makes worldwide impact through Anti-Human Trafficking Club

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Samantha Strom is working toward becoming a real-life David Rossi. Or at least, she was inspired by the fictional FBI agent’s work on the crime drama “Criminal Minds” to pursue a career in federal law enforcement. “I loved watching all the crime shows growing up and I figured that was going to be a way…

Former NFL Player Charged With Trafficking Women, Racketeering – People.com
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Former NFL Player Charged With Trafficking Women, Racketeering – People.com

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Former NFL player Eric D. Johnson was among eight defendants indicted this month on a slew of charges in Georgia as part of a multi-county crackdown on human trafficking and violent gang-related activity, authorities said. Johnson, 46, and seven other alleged “LOTTO” gang members are facing charges of trafficking of persons for sexual servitude, violation…

Former NFL Player Eric Johnson Among 8 People Arrested For Human Trafficking & Gang Charges
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Former NFL Player Eric Johnson Among 8 People Arrested For Human Trafficking & Gang Charges

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Former NFL defensive back Eric Johnson and seven others were charged with human trafficking and other gang-related charges last Friday. Eric Johnson celebrates a touchdown in the Raiders vs Buccaneers Super Bowl XXXVII via All Highlights YouTube Johnson, 46, played in The League from 2000-2005 with the Oakland Raiders, Atlanta Falcons, and Arizona Cardinals. He’s…

Anti-Trafficking Expert to Keynote 18th Annual Conference on Crimes Against Women
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Anti-Trafficking Expert to Keynote 18th Annual Conference on Crimes Against Women

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Cindy Dyer is a human rights advocate and lawyer with three decades of experience working at the local, national, and international levels to prevent and respond to human trafficking, sexual assault, and domestic violence. DALLAS — Cindy Dyer, Ambassador-at-Large to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons (TIP) for the U.S. Department of State and Director…

Eight Indicted in Gwinnett County Following Major Human Trafficking, Gang Investigation
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Eight Indicted in Gwinnett County Following Major Human Trafficking, Gang Investigation

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Attorney General Chris Carr announced the indictment of eight alleged members of the LOTTO gang in Gwinnett County following a major investigation conducted by the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Section. The eight defendants are facing a range of charges, including Trafficking of Persons for Sexual Servitude, Violation of the Street Gang Terrorism and…

Ex-NFL linebacker indicted in human trafficking investigation | Racketeering, street gang charges
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Ex-NFL linebacker indicted in human trafficking investigation | Racketeering, street gang charges

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Former NFL linebacker Eric Johnson was among eight man indicted Thursday in what’s being called a “major human trafficking gang investigation.” Johnson played for the Oakland Raiders from 2000 to 2003. He spent 2004 with the Atlanta Falcons and 2005 with the Arizona Cardinals. The highlight of the special teams standout’s career came in Super…