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In a press conference Thursday, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd announced the results of a recent human trafficking sting operation. Despite being cut short due to Hurricane Milton, the operation resulted in 157 arrests, including 47 prostitutes, 96 “johns,” and 14 individuals facing various other charges. Sheriff Judd emphasized the collaborative nature of the operation, highlighting the involvement of numerous law enforcement agencies, social service organizations, and state agencies. A major focus of the operation was rescuing victims of human trafficking. Sheriff Judd proudly reported that …

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