Florida Sheriff: 148 People Arrested, Minors Rescued in Human Trafficking Operation

‘Human trafficking not only robs people of their freedom, it also robs people of their dignity,’ State Attorney Susan Lopez said.

Hillsborough County Sheriff's deputies arrest a man in a human trafficking operation. Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office via The Epoch Times

About 148 people were arrested in an operation targeting human traffickers, the sheriff of Hillsborough County, Florida, said on Aug. 20.

The operation resulted in two 17-year-old girls and five adult women being freed. They are recovering with the help of organizations formed to help trafficking victims.