Boston Police Arrest 13 in Mass and Cass Human Trafficking Bust

A coordinated law enforcement operation targeting human trafficking and related crimes at Boston's Mass and Cass intersection resulted in the arrest of 13 individuals. The joint effort involved the Boston Police Department's Human Trafficking Unit, Massachusetts State Police, and the FBI, focusing on reducing sexual exploitation, disrupting victim recruitment, and addressing property crimes in the New Market Square area. The operation included surveillance of the Allerton and Pompeii Street areas, known for ongoing illicit activity. Those arrested face charges ranging from sexual conduct for a fee and possession of controlled substances to outstanding warrants for various offenses, with arraignments scheduled at Roxbury District Court. The Mass and Cass area has been a long-standing hotspot for opioid-related issues and crime, prompting community calls for action. This operation aims to enhance public safety and improve residents' quality of life by tackling entrenched criminal activity.