Unexpected signs of child prostitution, human trafficking

Kristen Dolan, the anti-human trafficking director of Safehouse of the Desert sat down with CBS Local 2’s Brooke Beare to discuss signs of human trafficking, in light of the recent abduction of a Moreno Valley teenager. Two people were arrested in Palm Desert for the case which spanned from the Coachella Valley to Rancho Cucamonga and Colton, CA.

She says there are several red flags to watch for, and that trafficking and prostitution victims come from all socioeconomic groups.

To report suspected trafficking, call the National Human Trafficking Resource Center at (888) 373-7888.

Text SHHELP to 274637 to connect with a trained counselor.

Riverside County’s anti-human trafficking task force helps victims with basic necessities, like food, clothing and medical help. They also provide counseling and legal service referrals, crisis intervention, interpretation and translation services and life skills development.

For more information on education outreach in the Coachella Valley, contact Kristen Dolan at kdolan@operationsafehouse.org or (760) 343-3211 ex. 39

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