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Published on October 02, 2024
Operation Fafo Triumph Over 100 Busts and 2 Teens Rescued in Major Sacramento Human Trafficking CrackdownSource: Google Street View

Sacramento County's recent "Operation Fafo," has resulted in over 100 arrests and the rescue of two teens from the grips of human trafficking and enforced prostitution. In a critical move against the illicit sex trade, local law enforcement agencies joined forces over two days to target those exploiting vulnerable individuals. According to the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page, undercover officers were instrumental in unveiling and apprehending individuals involved in these criminal activities.

The operation was meticulously designed to not only apprehend offenders but also to urgently locate and rescue juveniles tangled within prostitution's web. Law enforcement's efforts culminated in the arrest of individuals on various charges, including prostitution, solicitation, and trafficking. Two 16-year-old juveniles were retrieved and are now in the process of being provided with care and support services to help in their recovery. Sheriff Cooper, in a statement obtained by the Sheriff's Office, conveyed that the mission was uncompromising in its aim to protect the community and its most susceptible members.

The Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Bureau (SIB) Detectives synergized with several local and state law enforcement units, including the California Highway Patrol SACCATS and the California Department of Justice Human Trafficking Team. Civilian advocacy groups, such as Drive for Impact and the Sacramento Family Justice Center, played vital roles as well, ensuring that the operation was supported with resources essential for the victim's post-rescue care.

The Sheriff’s Office urges the public to remain vigilant and proactive in reporting any activities that signal the presence of human trafficking. For those in need of help or resources related to human trafficking, the Sheriff's Office can be reached at 916-874-5115. Sheriff Cooper's resolute message to perpetrators is clear: "Human trafficking, especially the exploitation of minors, is a serious crime, and we will continue to work tirelessly to bring justice to victims," he told the Sheriff's Office.