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 6 days. The homepage highlights its most recent activity, so the outlet count there reflects the latest wave. The totals above cover the full run.