Four victims were also rescued from human trafficking circumstances as a result of the two-day operation, according to law enforcement.
Human trafficking circumstances as a result of the two-day operation (Source: Star Tribune)
Human Trafficking Operation
According to the news reported by the Star Tribune, the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) reports that following a two-day human trafficking sting in St. Paul Police Department last week, eleven suspects were detained and four victims were found. The operation was carried out on Thursday and Friday, according to a news release on Saturday, by the St. Paul Police Department and the BCA-led Human Trafficking Investigators Task Force.
The authorities have not disclosed the names or other information about the individuals who were detained. However, it has been stated that the people detained are suspected of being involved in several human trafficking-related activities, including the exploitation of those more vulnerable.
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Data Gathering of Suspects in Human Trafficking
The BCA is putting in a lot of effort with local law enforcement to acquire more data and develop a more compelling case against the suspects. To support and aid any prospective victims who may have been saved during the operation, the agency is also liaising with numerous groups and agencies.
Agents working undercover talked to the accused online while posing as kids or sex buyers. They were detained after showing up at the agreed-upon meeting location and were lodged in the Ramsey County Jail. According to the BCA announcement, charges are anticipated to be filed in the upcoming days.
Due to their alleged attempts to entice a kid into prostitution, ten of the accused might be charged with a felony. Promoting prostitution could result in felony charges. Four female victims of trafficking had their cases withdrawn.
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