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.