HARRISBURG, Pa. – Federal prosecutors announced on Friday that a series of robberies, resulting in four fatalities, were orchestrated by a notorious gang operating a multistate drug and firearm trafficking ring. These criminals also exploited dating websites to recruit individuals for a prostitution ring, officials said. The gang, referred to by authorities as the “fentanyl … Read more
A criminal gang known for trafficking drugs and firearms, and exploiting dating websites to lure individuals into prostitution schemes, has been implicated in a spate of robberies across multiple states that resulted in four fatalities, federal authorities disclosed. Operating from New Valley, Pennsylvania, the group covered a territory stretching from New Hampshire to Virginia. U.S. … Read more
SCRANTON, Pa. — Federal prosecutors announced charges Friday against seven individuals linked to a criminal gang that allegedly engaged in a string of violent robberies across multiple states, leading to four fatalities. The gang, identified for its narcotics trafficking and firearms dealings, also exploited dating websites to recruit potential clients for prostitution, further extending their … Read more
MIAMI, FLORIDA – An indictment unsealed in the Southern District of Florida today charges a Bahamian national for his alleged involvement in a human smuggling scheme that led to the deaths of multiple migrants. Vandrick Nelson Smith, also known as Muggy and Vans, 33, was arrested in The Bahamas on March 6 after collaboration between … Read more
HONOLULU, Hawaii – The use of the animal tranquilizer xylazine appears to be on the rise in Hawaii. According to the executive director of the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas program, Gary Yabuta, there were four overdose deaths involving xylazine in the state in 2023. This is a significant increase from the previous three years, … Read more
As Trenton, New Jersey, marks Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a recent case in Burlington County sheds light on the insidious nature of these crimes. Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, along with the Division of Criminal Justice, recently announced that charges were filed against a suspect who allegedly operated a human trafficking network in New Jersey … Read more
Tallahassee, Florida – The Florida Cabinet has united in a stand against human trafficking, a pervasive issue in the state, which ranks third in the country for reported cases. Attorney General Ashley Moody revealed that the Cabinet is designating January as Human Trafficking Prevention Month, with elected officials issuing statements affirming their commitment to combating … Read more
Tallahassee, Fla. — Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody and Governor Ron DeSantis, along with all members of the Florida Cabinet, have recognized January as Human Trafficking Prevention Month in the state. The resolution aims to address the issue of human trafficking, which affects an estimated 27.6 million victims worldwide, according to the U.S. Department of … Read more
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida – Place of Hope is teaming up with Crime Stoppers to combat human trafficking, a growing concern in the state and across the nation. January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, shedding light on the urgent need to raise awareness and educate the public about this heinous crime. According to experts … Read more
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida is gearing up to raise awareness and educate people about the appalling crime of human trafficking as National Human Trafficking Prevention month approaches in January. Experts working with victims have observed a rise in cases involving children under 18 being exploited, indicating the urgency of the issue. Amidst this concerning trend, … Read more