Police Makes Shocking Find At Ondo Sex Trafficking Ring

The police has made a shocking find in Ondo, involving 15 young girls and leading to the busting of a notorious sex trafficking syndicate

A statement signed and made available to newsmen on Sunday in Akure by the command’s spokesperson, Olushola Ayanlade broke the news of the shocking find.

The operation led to the discovery and arrest of one Jayeola Joshua along with two others, believed to be housing 15 young girls aged 20 to 26, in an apartment in Alagbaka, Akure for illicit activities.

The busting and arrest of the syndicate was effected by the command’s Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT), Ayanlade explained, adding that efforts were on to apprehend the remaining accomplices.

According to him, investigations revealed that the syndicate lured victims across the country with false promises of lucrative employment, including domestic work, ushering services, and overseas placements.

He said the operation showed that the sex trafficking Ring capitalised on the vulnerability of unsuspecting young who were seeking legitimate opportunities to earn a living.

“Further inquiry uncovered that the victims were manipulated into sending nude images and videos, which were subsequently transmitted to clients procuring sexual services.

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“The principal suspect reportedly received the largest share of the proceeds, while the operation was disguised as producing “relationship content” on social media, misleading the public and masking criminal intent

“Following the rescue, the 15 victims were taken to the Police Hospital, Akure, for medical care, psychological evaluation, and counselling,” he said.

Providing further details on the shocking find, the force spokesman said evidence showed that the apartment was specifically rented to facilitate these activities, and that the Commissioner of Police had to instruct that the landlord be invited for questioning.

The CP, according to him, has directed that the case be transferred to the command’s Gender Desk for further action

He said the CP also directed that the suspects be prosecuted to demonstrate the command’s zero-tolerance stance on human trafficking and sexual exploitation.

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“This reaffirms the command’s determination to eradicate criminal networks engaged in human trafficking and sexual exploitation,

“The CP has urged parents and guardians to verify job offers and recruitment agents before allowing their wards to travel.

“He also encouraged the public to remain vigilant and provide credible information that can aid in preventing and detecting crime across the state, underscoring the vital role of community partnership in maintaining public safety,” he said.