St. Paul Sting Arrests 10, Rescues 3 Trafficking Victims

A two-day undercover operation in St. Paul, Minnesota, led by the Minnesota Human Trafficking Investigators Task Force and the St. Paul Police Department, resulted in the arrest of ten individuals on felony charges of soliciting minors for prostitution. Undercover agents posed as minors or sex buyers, communicating with suspects online and by phone, and apprehended the suspects at pre-arranged locations. Three female victims were recovered from potential sex trafficking situations and were given immediate support services. The operation included the participation of the Ramsey County Violent Crime Task Force and Tribes United Against Sex Trafficking (TRUST). Law enforcement officials, including BCA Superintendent Drew Evans and St. Paul Police Deputy Chief Jeff Stiff, emphasized their commitment to fighting sex trafficking and supporting survivors. Authorities urge the public to report suspected trafficking through hotlines or local law enforcement.