The Human Trafficking Unit (HTU) vigorously investigates and prosecutes those who, through such means as physical force, fraud, and/or psychological coercion, have forced individuals …

Gender-Based Violence is here to support survivors of sex and labor traficking. This resource guide is an important tool for survivors, advocates, and co.

Oct 17, 2023 · Earlier today, an indictment was unsealed in federal court in Brooklyn federal court charging Douglas Welch, also known as “Paradise,” with sex trafficking by force, sex trafficking …

Aug 19, 2024 · Earlier today, an indictment was unsealed in federal court in Brooklyn, charging Ferron Facey, also known as “Azul,” “Blue,” “Royal” and “Royal Da P,” with two counts of sex …

Check-out the Brooklyn Human Trafficking Resource guide for service providers who operate in the NYC region and provide services to trafficking victims. Still not sure who to call? Call the …

Oct 17, 2023 · Douglas Welch, 40, also known as “Paradise,” is accused of forcing young women to engage in prostitution along a desolate stretch of Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn known …

Apr 19, 2024 · The charges stem from the defendants’ trafficking of women and promoting prostitution with customers in cars, hotels and along a stretch of Pennsylvania Avenue in …

Under Federal and NYS Law, children less than 18 years old are presumed to be victims of Sex Trafficking and the fraud, force or coercion element is not needed. MYTHS: Trafficking is …

Oct 19, 2023 · Earlier today, an indictment was unsealed in federal court in Brooklyn federal court charging Douglas Welch, also known as “Paradise,” with sex trafficking by force, sex trafficking...

Nov 19, 2024 · Members of a Queens-based sex trafficking ring were convicted of charges including sex trafficking conspiracy and assaults in-aid-of racketeering, following a federal trial …