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WILMINGTON, DE — The owner of a Wilmington-area spa has surrendered to authorities and now faces multiple felony charges in an ongoing human trafficking investigation that previously resulted in the …
Spa Owner Surrenders in Human Trafficking Investigation Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — A months-long investigation into suspected human trafficking at a Wilmington-area massage business has resulted in felony charges against one woman, misdemeanor charges against two men, and an …
Three Women Rescued in Delaware Human Trafficking Probe Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A Chester County man pleaded guilty to multiple felony charges after prosecutors alleged he forced two immigrant girls, ages 12 and 17, to work long hours on …
Chester County Man Pleads Guilty in Juvenile Labor Trafficking Case Read More
NEW CASTLE, DE — A coordinated nationwide anti-human trafficking operation led to multiple arrests and the identification of potential victims in New Castle County, according to police.
Inside Secret Spa Raids That Uncovered Trafficking Victims Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A 33-year-old Philadelphia man was sentenced Monday to 25 to 50 years in prison for sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl while he was out on bail in …
Repeat Offender Gets 25–50 Years in Assault Case Read More
MEDIA, PA — The Because Organization invites speakers and presenters to participate in its upcoming awareness event during National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (April 19–25, 2026). The nonprofit, based in …
Delaware County Organization Seeks Speakers for National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Event Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A Philadelphia man has been sentenced to 192 months in federal prison following convictions related to human trafficking and unlawful image possession involving a minor, federal authorities …
Philadelphia Man Sentenced to 192 Months in Federal Human Trafficking Case Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — With global crowds set to descend on the region in 2026, Philadelphia’s airports are moving early to confront a crime that often hides in plain sight.
Freedom Starts Here: Philly Airports Launch New Push Against Trafficking Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — With human trafficking cases climbing sharply across the region, Pennsylvania officials and survivor advocates gathered Thursday in Philadelphia to unveil a powerful new digital hub aimed at …
Pa. Sounds Alarm as Trafficking Cases Surge and New Rescue Hub Goes Live Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers unanimously approved legislation Wednesday that would require human trafficking awareness training for workers across the hospitality industry, a move supporters say is urgently needed as …
Pa. House Unanimously Backs Trafficking Training for Hotels Ahead of 2026 Surge Read More