HUMAN INTEREST
'I went through it': Wisconsin Woman who was sex trafficked helps other victims
Nancy Yarbrough would go on to become the founder and executive director of Fresh Start Learning.
Nancy Yarbrough would go on to become the founder and executive director of Fresh Start Learning.
Green Bay Police Chief Chris Davis said that human trafficking is a statewide problem and occurs in every county of the state.
For law enforcement, it’s imperative they understand most often they’re dealing with victims, not criminals.
Physiological necessities, safety and security, love and belonging are all basic survival needs traffickers use to lure and manipulate victims.
In 2019, a Wisconsin Department of Justice law enforcement assessment on sex trafficking revealed concerns in several areas.
You are not alone.
Detective Ditran Lazami is now leading the fight in Dane County.
Mallory Orr opened Mercies Coffee on Madison's east side with the hope of educating the public about what is happening in Dane County.
Many victims are targeted due to certain vulnerabilities.
If you or someone you know has been trafficked, call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888.
