Human Trafficking
Focus On S. Florida: Human Trafficking
As a survivor of human trafficking, Marti MacGibbon travels the country spreading the word about effective ways to get anyone back on track. This speaker, author and humorist’s new book “Never Give in to Fear: Laughing All the Way Up From Rock Bottom” is her personal comeback story.
Police: Pimp Forced Girl To Tattoo Eyelids With His Name
Police said “Suave”, a Miami pimp, allegedly forced a 13-year-old runaway to tattoo his street name on her eyelids.
Fmr. Miami Man Charged With Child Human Trafficking
A 46-year old former Miami man was arrested after allegedly trying to buy a child and his “parent” for sex.
Gov. Scott Wants $4.5M To Fight Human Trafficking, Aid Victims
Efforts to fight human trafficking and help victims recover in a safe place would get a $4.5 million boost, if Gov. Rick Scott gets his wish.
Could Semi-Subs Graduate From Smuggling Drugs To People, Weapons?
On the high seas off South America, the smuggling game has changed. Criminal bands are spending millions to build semi-submersibles, capable of moving several tons of drugs at a time between the Americas.
New Bill Takes On Sex Trafficking At Massage Parlors
In August, an undercover detective was offered oral sex by an unlicensed masseuse at a Hollywood massage parlor. On Wednesday, Florida legislators took the first step toward banning these parlors from operating during overnight hours.
CBS4 Viewer Tips Led Marshals To Alleged Facebook Impostor Fugitive In NYC
The U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force used information from a CBS4 News viewer to track fugitive Adam Barnett to a hotel in Midtown Manhattan Wednesday morning.
Prostitution Sting In Boynton Beach Leads To 14 Arrests
A total of 14 people were arrested in Boynton Beach on various prostitution charges between Monday and Wednesday. Police baited suspects using the Internet.
Two Accused Of Forcing Teen Into Prostitution
Two people have been charged after they allegedly lured a teenage girl to act as a prostitute in a Miami motel.
No Bond For Dade School Employee Arrested In Sex Sting
Bond was denied for a Miami-Dade school employee accused of luring a 14-year old girl to South Florida to become a prostitute.






