Hamilton, Ontario ,
31
January
2020
|
05:01
America/New_York

Human Trafficker Arrested

In December 2019, Hamilton Police received information about a 19-year-old male Human Trafficker who persuaded a young woman into the sex trade with drugs.  Police identified the male and issued a warrant for his arrest.

Police located the male on Saturday, January 25, 2020, at an east-end Hamilton residence. He was arrested and transported to Central Custody with his bail opposed. 

Hamilton Police believe there may be more victims and encourage them to come forward to Police. 

Charged: Alex LA (19-years-old) Hamilton resident

Charges:

  • Robbery
  • Trafficking in Persons
  • Material Benefit- trafficking persons
  • Procuring for Sexual Services
  • Advertising Sexual Services
  • Point firearm x 2
  • Fail to Comply with Youth Sentence x 2

If you are a victim or have information involving this case please call Detective Constable Kudo Park at 905-540-6379 in the Human Trafficking Unit.

To provide information anonymously call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online at http://www.crimestoppershamilton.com