The fight against human trafficking has shown signs of progress.
In December of 2021, the Provincial Human Trafficking Intelligence-led Joint Forces Strategy was created with several police agencies, and earlier this month they shared some of the progress that have been made during this time.
Stats from the task force:
- conducted 65 investigations;
- assisted 61 victims;
- laid 72 human trafficking charges;
- laid 167 additional charges; and,
- charged 28 people.
The victims ranged from 12 to 47 years old, while accused ranged from 18 to 44 years old.
All victims were provided services and support through the OPP IJFS Victim Specialist or local victim services.
Assistance was also provided by the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC).
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