NYPD busts 90 creeps , rescues dozens of survivors during World Cup human trafficking probe
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- The NYPD conducted a large-scale human trafficking crackdown during the 39-day FIFA World Cup, resulting in 89 arrests and the rescue of 43 victims, including seven minors.
- Operations involved surveillance of watch parties, online monitoring, and targeting previously convicted sex offenders to prevent trafficking during the tournament.
- One notable rescue involved a minor being sex trafficked in a hotel room, with officers intercepting online communications to swiftly intervene.
- The NYPD collaborated with advocacy groups to provide immediate support and services to survivors following their rescue.
- Officials urged the public to report suspicious activity through hotlines, emphasizing the importance of community involvement in combating human trafficking.
