Sex trafficking investigations across Midwest regions

Law enforcement agencies in Minnesota and Michigan are conducting separate but parallel investigations into sex trafficking operations, including charges against a former Anoka County prosecutor alleged to have profited from trafficking, and Oakland County task force efforts targeting both buyers and illicit massage businesses involved in trafficking.

This is a long-running storyline that has developed over 10 days. The homepage highlights its most recent activity, so the outlet count there reflects the latest wave. The totals above cover the full run.