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June 26, 2022

Bill would require testing of an untold number of rape kits from human trafficking victims in Ohio

H.B. 390 could close a loophole in state law COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio doesn’t have a requirement to test rape kits when investigating human trafficking cases, but a […]
May 18, 2022

Lehigh Acres man sentenced to life in prison for child abuse, trafficking

A Lehigh Acres man was sentenced to life in prison Tuesday for trafficking and sexually abusing children. Jesus Francisco Santana Perez, 54, was sentenced as a habitual […]
May 17, 2022

Parents find 15-yr-old abducted from Dallas Maverick’s game through sex trafficking site, demand answers

A 15-year-old teenager who went to a Dallas Mavericks game with her dad, became part of a living nightmare when she went to the restroom and […]
May 5, 2022

Local groups raising awareness about potential of human trafficking during Kentucky Derby

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — With the Kentucky Derby just days away, local groups are reminding Louisville residents and visitors of the darker side of the race. […]
May 5, 2022

Human Trafficking in Plain Sight: The story of Alicia Tappan

ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — Beneath the smiles you see in snapshots of Alicia Tappan’s childhood are very dark moments orchestrated by someone trusted by everyone. […]
May 5, 2022

Refuge House opens new Carmela’s Place for people escaping Tallahassee sex trade

Survivors of human trafficking and prostitution have a new resource to turn to and a new place to heal. Carmela’s Place at Refuge House, an eight-bed […]
May 5, 2022

New Mural Puts Spotlight on Human Trafficking

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — You need to get up close to find the hidden details in “Reclaiming the Light,” the new mural unveiled last week at […]
May 5, 2022

Orlando Man Sentenced To Over 24 Years For Sex Trafficking By Force, Fraud, And Coercion

Tampa, FL – U.S. District Judge Steven D. Merryday has sentenced Henry Lee White, III (27, Orlando) to 24 years and 4 months in federal prison […]
May 5, 2022

Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez and Community Partners Host Roundtable to Highlight Human Trafficking Prevention Efforts in Central Florida

LAKELAND, Fla. — Today, Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez hosted a roundtable discussion aimed at combating human trafficking and highlighting strong community partnerships in the Polk County area. […]
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