Anti-Human Trafficking Operation

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Reporting Deputy: Sergeant Robert Martinez

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On June 19, 2023, the Moreno Valley Station, Problem Oriented Policing (POP), Gang Team, and Robbery Burglary Suppression Team (RBST) along with the Riverside County Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force (RCAHT) conducted a comprehensive “John” prostitution sting in an effort to reduce the demand for sex trafficking in the city of Moreno Valley. The operation resulted in 10 persons who were arrested for prostitution related offenses. Additionally, one potential victim was identified and provided victim services and resources.

Prostitution is not a victimless crime. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children estimates that one in six endangered runaways reported are likely victims of sex trafficking. Sex trafficking victims are often subjected not only to severe forms of emotional, physical, and sexual abuse at the hands of their trafficker, but are also frequently physically and sexually assaulted by those that solicit them for prostitution. Moreno Valley Station POP, Gang, and Robbery Burglary Suppression teams, along with the Riverside County Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force, seek to disrupt and dismantle sex trafficking rings operating within Riverside County and will aggressively identify, pursue and apprehend those who seek to exploit those who are most vulnerable. They will also proactively work to reduce future demand for sex trafficking by identifying and arresting sex buyers.

If you, or anyone you know has been a victim of human trafficking, you can contact the National Human Trafficking Resource Center Hotline at (888) 373-7888 or contact your local law enforcement department.

Anyone with questions about this operation can contact Deputy P. Mercado or Deputy V. Godoy of the Moreno Valley Station POP Team at (951)-486-6700.

For media inquiries regarding this incident please contact the Media Information Bureau.

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