Bozeman Police Arrest 18 in Prostitution and Human Trafficking Sting

Bozeman, MT  2023-07-20

The Bozeman Police Department arrested 18 people in a prostitution sting operation conducted from July 20 to July 22, 2023, at the SpringHill Suites hotel off Baxter Lane. The investigation, which focused on human trafficking and child exploitation, led to charges including patronizing a prostitute, distribution of dangerous drugs, resisting arrest, and patronizing a victim of sex trafficking for a child victim. Undercover officers posed as escorts 'Zoe' and 'Destiny' in online ads to make the arrests. Evidence seized included cocaine and fentanyl. The operation was carried out with the help of several agencies, including the Montana State University Special Victims Unit and the Montana Department of Justice.

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