Many people have been led to believe human trafficking is a crime happening in some faraway land. Some folks even think human trafficking is mutually exclusive to third-world, developing nations.
The reality and insidious nature of human trafficking couldn’t be more far off. The United States Institute Against Human Trafficking has determined that America actually ranks as the top consumer of sex trafficking globally.
O.U.R.-sponsored ESD K9’s Chewie, Zypher, and Satoshi had a successful day last week with the arrest of an internet predator in Riverside County, who was arrested for possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM). Thank you to @RivCoDA and @RSO for making this happen! pic.twitter.com/DbiIM4tjKL
— Operation Underground Railroad (@OURrescue) June 14, 2022
While the United States has regularly held protests on issues like COVID-19 restrictions, abortion, etc., there’s been far less public outcry about the adults and children who are being sold and trafficked against their will.
Organizations like Operation Underground Railroad continue to play a major role in fighting against human trafficking and bringing perpetrators to justice. However, the general public can still benefit from more awareness about human trafficking and knowledge of some red flags.
Warning signs of human trafficking
Human trafficking can take place regardless of an individual’s race, gender, socioeconomic background, political affiliations, etc. Human trafficking can also occur online, in airports, at individual residences, and in virtually any location on the globe.
