Two men have been taken into custody in Charlestown following an investigation into commercial sexual exploitation, Boston police reported. According to a statement from the Boston Police Department, the undercover operation led to the arrests of Alexander Eugenio Villar, 33, of Danvers, and Randy Rosa, 37, of Lynn, on charges of Trafficking a Person for Sexual Servitudes, and Deriving Support from Prostitution.
The operation, which occurred on Wednesday in the Chelsea Street area of Charlestown, was a joint effort involving detectives from the Boston Police Human Trafficking Unit and the Massachusetts State Police Special Services Section High Risk Victims Squad. As reported by Boston 25 News, officials have indicated that both Villar and Rosa are set to be arraigned in the Boston Municipal Court, Charlestown Division.
This case remains under active investigation by the Human Trafficking Unit, which continues to unravel the facts and circumstances of the incident. Boston police are urging anyone with information to come forward and contact the Human Trafficking Unit at 617-343-6533. For those wishing to remain anonymous, tips can be shared through the CrimeStoppers Tip Line by calling 800-494-TIPS, texting the word "TIP" to CRIME (27463) or through the online platform at Boston Police CrimeStoppers, as per a report by the Newport Dispatch.
The Boston Police Department emphasizes the strict protection of identities, for those who provide assistance in investigations anonymously. In addition to phone and text, photos and videos pertaining to the case can also be submitted through the CrimeStoppers website.
