Florida, United States
The operation “Takedown” those undercover cops in Hillsborough County, on the west coast of Florida, launched to combat the crime of human trafficking had a balance of 79 people arrested, the sheriff’s office reported Thursday.
During the stabbing operation, which took place between March 30 and April 9, inspections, investigations and monitoring of online chats, streets and hotels were carried out, leading to the arrest of 79 people.
Two men, Jason Brooks, 44, of Tampa, and Jamel Muldrew, from 32, from Houston (Texas), were arrested on charges of human trafficking.
Brooks “was arrested after responding to a misleading prostitution ad” in which he would pay to have sex with a 17-year-old girl, the Hillborough County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement.
Authorities said “three female trafficking victims were found as a result of the”Removal operation
“Unfortunately, we know there are more victims. I want to remind everyone that if they see something, they should say something. By reporting someone you think is the victim of these heinous crimes, you could save a life. Sheriff Chad Chronister said. Cited county where Tampa is located.
Detectives also arrested Earnest Benjamin, 39, a local pastor from Breath of Life Worship Church in Tampa, and Christopher Ray, 39, a Land O ‘Lakes High School basketball coach. EFE