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4 arrested during Newaygo County trafficking investigation

Newaygo County Sheriff's Office 07082023
Posted at 4:13 PM, Apr 22, 2024
and last updated 2024-04-22 16:19:39-04

NEWAYGO COUNTY, Mich. — Four people were taken into custody during a trafficking investigation in Newaygo County.

A joint task force made up of five sheriffs’ departments, Michigan State Police and the FBI cracked down on suspected trafficking/sextortion customers near the city of Newaygo, according to the Newaygo County Sheriff’s Office (NCSO).

We’re told the operation led authorities to two suspects, a 39-year-old and 40-year-old from Fremont and Rockford, respectively. They were arrested for reportedly soliciting and accosting a minor under 16.

NCSO says two others were taken into custody for soliciting and prostitution of individuals 18 or older.

Deputies credit dispatchers and Jerry’s Towing for their assistance.

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