NewsNBC 6 South Florida (WTVJ) – Local NewsJuly 2, 2026Broward
Seven arrested in 'Operation Red Card' human trafficking crackdown
Law enforcement agencies conducted a multi-agency operation called 'Operation Red Card' to target human trafficking during the 2026 World Cup in South Florida. The operation resulted in seven arrests and the rescue of ten victims.
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The operation impacts public safety and law enforcement resource allocation in Broward County during the 2026 World Cup, with seven individuals facing criminal charges and ten victims receiving assistance.
Key Facts
- Seven suspects were arrested in Broward County as part of 'Operation Red Card'.
- Ten victims were rescued during the operation, including one teen runaway.
- Charges against suspects include human trafficking of a minor, traveling to meet a minor, solicitation of a minor, possession of MDMA, and violation of probation.
- The operation was a multi-agency effort involving BSO, FBI, Homeland Security Investigations, and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
- Suspects reside in Hollywood, Dania Beach, Pembroke Pines, Fort Lauderdale, and Coral Springs.
- A separate sting in Miami-Dade County on June 10 resulted in 12 arrests.
- The public can report suspected trafficking via the National Human Trafficking Hotline (888-373-7888), texting 'BeFree' to 233733, or calling 911.
Who's Mentioned
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