“Our actions saved one 14-year-old, three 15-year-olds, one 16-year-old, and two 17-year-olds from lives that were being exploited by abuse and danger,' said LAPD Chief of Police Jim McDonnell.
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LOS ANGELES – A major statewide operation, "Operation Reclaim & Rebuild," led by the Los Angeles Police Department and supported by over 100 law enforcement agencies, resulted in the rescue of 177 human trafficking victims and the arrest of over 500 suspects. The operation, conducted from January 26 to February 1, 2025, highlights the ongoing efforts to combat human trafficking and provide support to victims.What We Know: Authorities from the LAPD, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department,, and over 100 law enforcement agencies participated in Operation Reclaim & Rebuild. The operation resulted in the arrest of 547 individuals across California for various criminal charges related to human trafficking.Local Perspective: Los Angeles County saw significant enforcement efforts, with over 230 arrests made by the LAPD, LASD, and Long Beach Police Department. The LAPD alone reported 205 arrests, including suspects accused of trafficking minors as young as 14 years old."Our actions saved one 14-year-old, three 15-year-olds, one 16-year-old, and two 17-year-olds from lives that were being exploited by abuse and danger," said LAPD Chief of Police Jim McDonnell."Human trafficking is a multi-billion-dollar business and should be viewed as nothing short of modern-day slavery," District Attorney Nathan Hochman said. "Los Angeles County has the tragic distinction of being one of the nation's capitals of human trafficking. This is completely unacceptable and must be stopped. The victims are some of the most vulnerable, defenseless individuals in our community, often just kids, and they need our protection and the prosecution of their tormentors. Please know if you are engaged in these despicable acts, we will come after you, arrest you, prosecute you, and see that you spend years behind bars."What we know: Many of the arrested suspects now face serious felony charges, including human trafficking of a minor, pandering, and pimping. Several high-profile cases have already entered the court system.According to the district attorney's office:What’s Next: While Operation Reclaim & Rebuild has ended, law enforcement agencies remain committed to ongoing anti-trafficking efforts. The LAPD and LASD continue to urge the public to report any suspected human trafficking activities.Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS or submit tips online at www.lacrimestoppers.org. Victims in need of support can reach the LA County District Attorney’s Bureau of Victim Services at 1-800-380-3811.
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