Texas Man Arrested in Oshkosh Human Trafficking Case

Oshkosh Police arrested a 32-year-old man from Texas on January 10, 2025, during an undercover operation aimed at halting a human trafficking incident at a local hotel. The investigation revealed that he had been coercing a female victim into trafficking activities for several months, during which she lived in fear. Officers apprehended the suspect after he was seen leaving the hotel room, finding him in possession of a stolen firearm and a large quantity of illegal drugs, with a search of the room uncovering a second firearm and more drugs. The man faces multiple felony charges, including Human Trafficking and Possession with Intent to Deliver controlled substances such as methamphetamine and fentanyl. Authorities are coordinating with local advocacy groups to provide support and facilitate the woman's recovery and reunion with her family. The suspect has an extensive criminal history but no known ties to the Oshkosh area or Wisconsin.