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WILKES-BARRE, PA — On January 30, 2025, the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) convened a roundtable discussion to address the pressing issue of human trafficking. Held at the …
Your Voice Against Exploitation: How Survivors and Leaders Are Uniting to Fight Human Trafficking Today Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry this week announced a groundbreaking partnership to fight human trafficking across Pennsylvania, supported by a multi-million-dollar grant from the Howard G. Buffett Foundation. …
$10 Million Grant Boosts Pennsylvania’s Fight Against Human Trafficking Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — A Florida man has been arrested in Pennsylvania following an undercover operation targeting the alleged solicitation of sexual contact with a child. Chester County authorities detained …
Florida Man Accused of Child Solicitation Arrested in Chester County Sting Operation Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Cesar David Martinez-Gonzalez, 39, of Chester, Pennsylvania, has pleaded guilty to charges stemming from his role in a conspiracy to smuggle and exploit South American migrants for …
Chester Man Admits to Smuggling Migrants, Faces Up to 120 Years in Prison Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry and the Pennsylvania State Police announced the disbanding of a longstanding human trafficking operation based in Philadelphia. On Tuesday, charges were filed against …
Philadelphia Trafficking Bust: Unraveling a Decade-Long Operation with 22 Charged Read More HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant move to enhance efforts against human trafficking in Pennsylvania, the Office of Attorney General has unveiled a dedicated Human Trafficking Section. This initiative, led by …
Pennsylvania Launches Human Trafficking Initiative to Combat Modern-Day Slavery Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant legislative move, Governor Josh Shapiro signed six bills into law on Monday, marking a comprehensive approach to enhancing the legal and regulatory framework in …
Governor Shapiro Signs Six Bills into Law, Strengthening Pennsylvania’s Legal Framework Across Various Sectors Read More
LANCASTER, PA — In a case that marks a significant milestone for the Lancaster County Human Trafficking Task Force, Louis Fountain, a 34-year-old man from Brookhaven, Delaware County, was sentenced …
Delaware County Man Sentenced in Landmark Human Trafficking Case in Lancaster Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — In a significant acknowledgment of dedication to public service, Villanova University’s Public Interest Fellowship Program (PIFP) presented its first-ever Public Interest Distinguished Service Award to John …
Villanova University Honors Litigator John Rafferty with Inaugural Public Interest Distinguished Service Award Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In an emotional and powerful gathering at the state capitol building on Monday, the Pennsylvania Interagency Human Trafficking Workgroup, alongside survivors, advocates, law enforcement, and elected officials, …
Pennsylvania Strengthens Front Against Human Trafficking with Advocacy Day and New Initiatives Read More