NewsNBC 6 South FloridaJuly 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, with seven individuals facing felony charges and ten victims receiving intervention services.
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.
- Suspects face charges including human trafficking of a minor, traveling to meet a minor, solicitation of a minor, possession of MDMA, and violation of probation.
- The operation involved the Broward Sheriff’s Office, FBI, Homeland Security Investigations, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and multiple local police departments.
- Arrested suspects reside in Hollywood, Dania Beach, Pembroke Pines, Fort Lauderdale, and Coral Springs.
- The operation specifically targeted exploitation related to the 2026 World Cup matches.
- 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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