Inside the Scottsdale Human Trafficking Operation
In a large-scale human trafficking sting conducted in Scottsdale, Arizona, 158 individuals were arrested, including 25 illegal immigrants.
The 12-day operation, which involved multiple law enforcement agencies, targeted those involved in sex trafficking, exploitation, and solicitation.
The operation led to numerous charges, including child sex trafficking and prostitution-related offenses.
Some of the illegal immigrants arrested during the sting allegedly received government benefits upon entering the U.S.
The investigation highlights continued efforts to combat human trafficking in the region.