Category Archives: Minor Sex Offense
2 Men Arrested in Human Trafficking Sting
Human trafficking is a major problem in Florida. To combat it, law enforcement officials often engage in sting operations to catch offenders and put them behind bars. A recent two-day sting in Broward County was enacted with the goal of identifying and arresting human traffickers and assisting their victims. The sting, known as “Operation… Read More »
Florida Man Arrested for Traveling to Meet a Minor
Sexual activity is an act reserved for adults. Meeting up with a minor for sex is a serious crime that can lead to many years in prison. A man from Boca Raton knows this first hand. He was arrested on July 12 for planning to have sex with a minor. He faces charges of… Read More »
8 Arrested in Florida Human Trafficking Bust
Law enforcement officials often set up sting operations to catch people engaging in certain crimes. This is especially true for sex crimes, which are often regarded as victimizing young children. A human trafficking operation in Florida has led to the arrest of eight men. The investigation began on July 17 and involved the Hernando… Read More »
New York Man Faces Sentencing After Traveling to Florida for Sex With Minor
When a natural disaster such as a hurricane strikes, it’s best to just stay home. However, one man braved a hurricane to meet with a minor with the intent to have sex. He traveled from New York to Florida to meet up with a young girl. Not even a hurricane could keep the Brooklyn… Read More »
Florida Woman Arrested for Human Trafficking
Human trafficking is a crime that is taken very seriously in Florida. This is because it involves sexual activities, often with minors. A Florida woman was recently arrested on human trafficking charges and other charges. The 41-year-old woman from Pembroke Pines allegedly forced multiple women into sex work and gave them drugs such as… Read More »
Human Trafficking Sting Nets 228 Arrests
Undercover investigations for child porn, human trafficking, and other sex crimes are common in Florida. Seeing that the Sunshine State is one of the top states in terms of high human trafficking numbers, law enforcement officials work hard to make arrests and prosecute these crimes. They do this through sting operations on a regular… Read More »
Sheriff’s Deputy Arrested for Soliciting Minor
An adult who solicits a minor for sexual activity can face serious consequences. Of all people, you would think a police officer would know this best. Unfortunately, a Broward Sheriff’s Office deputy didn’t use his better judgment and was recently arrested for soliciting a teenage girl. The 35-year-old man was arrested by his fellow… Read More »
5 Men Arrested for Traveling to Meet a Minor
Five men in Florida were recently taken into police custody for various sex crimes following a sting operation. The Lake County Sheriff’s Office arrested the men during a four-day undercover operation called Operation: Nightcrawler, which targeted people looking to meet children online for sexual activity. The five men arrested were: A 20-year-old man who… Read More »
219 Arrested in Florida Human Trafficking Sting
Many parts of Florida engage in regular sting operations. This is especially common for human trafficking crimes, which happen regularly in the state. A recent sting operation in Polk County netted 219 arrests. The undercover operation started on September 19 and lasted for seven days. It led to 242 misdemeanor crimes and 44 felony… Read More »
Couple Arrested for Human Trafficking, Prostitution
Sex sells, which is why many people try to make money off sex crimes. Many people in Florida engage in human trafficking, prostitution, and other offenses, resulting in arrests, jail time, and other consequences. A Pembroke Pines couple was recently arrested on charges for various human trafficking and prostitution offenses. The Miami Springs Police… Read More »
