The Ohio Highway Patrol is collaborating with the Indiana State Police, Michigan State Police, Illinois State Police and Truckers Against Trafficking to raise awareness about human trafficking, according to a news release.
The initiative began Jan. 22 and concludes Jan. 27.
The weeklong initiative’s goal is to train and educate those who are in a position to see human trafficking taking place, such as commercial motor vehicle drivers, public transportation companies, rest area attendants and truck stop employees, according to the release. By teaching these individuals the signs of human trafficking, and how to report it, they can provide an additional layer of security on Ohio’s roads.
Troopers will hand out information cards to help identify signs of human trafficking and ask people to report suspected trafficking, according to the release. To report a trafficking tip, call the National Human Trafficking Hotline Resource Center at 888-373-7888, text the BeFree line at 233733 or call the Patrol at #677.
Truckers Against Trafficking is an organization founded by truckers to combat human trafficking across North America, according to the release. Commercial motor vehicle drivers are in unique position to assist help law enforcement identify suspected human trafficking as they perform their daily duties across the nation.
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