Missouri Attorney General Warns of Increased Human Trafficking During World Cup
Missouri Attorney General expects surge in human trafficking at World Cup in KC
Kansas City Star
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Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway anticipates a rise in human trafficking during the World Cup in Kansas City. A partnership with law enforcement and anti-trafficking organizations aims to combat this issue through awareness campaigns and a reporting app called Simply Report.
- 01Catherine Hanaway emphasized the link between major sporting events and increased human trafficking incidents.
- 02The Simply Report app will allow the public to report suspicious behavior to law enforcement.
- 03Training has been conducted for hotel and lodging staff to identify potential trafficking victims.
- 04The anti-trafficking campaign includes ads featuring notable athletes to raise awareness.
- 05It's a Penalty has previously conducted 24 campaigns targeting human trafficking at major events.
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Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway has expressed concerns over a potential surge in human trafficking during the upcoming World Cup in Kansas City. Speaking at the Missouri State Highway Patrol troop headquarters in Lee’s Summit, Hanaway highlighted the collaborative efforts among law enforcement, state agencies, and anti-trafficking organizations to combat this issue. The initiative includes the use of the Simply Report app, which enables individuals to report suspicious activities directly to authorities. Hanaway noted that major sporting events often attract human trafficking activities, urging the public to be vigilant. Lieutenant Darron Blankenship of the Missouri State Highway Patrol advised that unusual behavior in children, such as not making eye contact or appearing distressed, should be reported. The anti-trafficking organization It’s a Penalty is also involved, running advertisements across various platforms to raise awareness. Philippa King, deputy CEO of It’s a Penalty, emphasized that the true measure of the campaign's success will be the public's ability to recognize and report exploitation effectively.
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The campaign aims to enhance public awareness and reporting of human trafficking incidents during the World Cup, potentially leading to more rescues and interventions.
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