Sacramento Reports 782 Homelessness Calls, 924 Resolved April 28-May 4

A Metro police community event in northeast Las Vegas highlighted the connection between youth homelessness and human trafficking, emphasizing that traffickers often exploit vulnerable youth through manipulation and emotional tactics. Experts from organizations like Olive Crest and the Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth explained that many homeless youth, frequently victims of family neglect or abuse, face a high risk of trafficking—up to one in three may become victims within 48 hours of becoming homeless. The scale of the issue is significant, with over 13,000 homeless youth identified in Clark County schools, a figure believed to underrepresent the true extent of the problem. Local nonprofits provide shelter and services, but advocates stress the urgent need for greater awareness and comprehensive support for at-risk youth.