Human Trafficking - Oregon Department of Justice
Human Trafficking is not limited to the sex industry. This growing transnational crime also includes forced labor and involves significant violations of labor, public health, and human rights standards.
Sex trafficking in the Northwest is a problem in plain sight
Dec 4, 2023 · Police Sgt. Kristi Butcher, supervisor of the Portland Police Bureau’s Human Trafficking Unit, gathers information from an adult who she suspects is a victim of sex trafficking during a...
Human Trafficking Unit - Portland.gov
The Human Trafficking Unit (HTU), which is part of PPB’s Detective Division, investigates crimes involving sex trafficking and labor trafficking, with a focus on juvenile victims. HTU investigates Measure 11 crimes and additional felony level trafficking offenses.
Nearly 3 dozen arrested during human trafficking mission in NE Portland
Nov 19, 2024 · PORTLAND, Ore. (KPTV) - Nearly three dozen people were arrested during a two-month long human trafficking mission in northeast Portland, according to the Portland Police Bureau.
Several arrested in Portland human trafficking sting - KPTV
Aug 12, 2024 · PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - Several people were arrested in a human trafficking mission during the first week of August, the Portland Police Bureau (PPB) said.
Human Trafficking Mission Results in Arrests, Guns and Vehicles …
Nov 19, 2024 · During the last two months, Portland Police Bureau’s Human Trafficking Unit (HTU) continued their directed patrol efforts along NE 82nd Avenue and NE Sandy Boulevard in response to ongoing community complaints and observed nuisance/livability activity.
Teen students faced with human trafficking right in front of Portland …
May 16, 2024 · FOX 12 Investigates got exclusive access to the Portland Police Bureau’s Human Trafficking Unit’s work, joining them in the field for several missions. Butcher says that, in her...
Human Trafficking Mission Results in 16 Arrests (Photo)
Dec 11, 2024 · If you know or suspect someone is being trafficked, please call 911, PPB’s non-emergency line 503-823-3333, or the National Human Trafficking Hotline 1-888-373-7888. Tips can also be reported to: [email protected]. Photo description: PPB patrol vehicle stopped behind a suspect vehicle on the side of the road ###PPB###
#WearBlueDay Today To Raise Awareness Of Human Trafficking
Jan 11, 2025 · If you or someone you know needs help, call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or text “BeFree” (233733). Together, we can make a difference. Every year, women, men, and children are trafficked worldwide – including in the Portland. Human Trafficking—which includes sex trafficking—occurs every day on our streets.
Portland, OR police: Human trafficking bust ends with 12 …
Jul 21, 2023 · PORTLAND, Ore. — A human trafficking mission conducted by a Portland Police Bureau unit resulted in 12 arrests last week, authorities announced.