The main purpose of the investigation was to identify the human trafficking victims who are being prostituted and to identify the suspects who are pimping and trafficking these victims in El Dorado County. The operation also focused on younger looking prostitutes on the internet who are working in El Dorado County. By targeting younger looking prostitutes, the goal was to rescue minor victims who are being trafficked.
In addition, the victim met with advocates who assisted them in receiving appropriate services. The investigation into this victim is ongoing. A total of 25 detectives, investigators and victim witness advocates participated in the operation. During the operation, a total of 14 people were arrested or cited for various violations. Four people were arrested for violations to include two for prostitution, two for felony no bail warrants and one for an outstanding misdemeanor warrant. Nine suspects were cited for prostitution and one was cited for possession of methamphetamine.
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