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Pomona Police Department
Tuesday July 24th, 2018 :: 08:59 a.m. PDT

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63 Arrested in 60 Day Pomona Prostitution Sting

From May 21st- July 21st, 2018 the Pomona Police Department Major Crimes Task Force (MCTF) along with several work groups within the department focused its efforts on the east Holt Corridor targeting prostitution related activity and quality of life issues in the City of Pomona.
 
The 60 day operation consisted of high visibility patrol, undercover surveillance on high profile targets and hotels engaged in human trafficking, VICE operations targeting pimps, johns, prostitutes, and enforcement of the Stay-Away Order.
 
The conclusion of the operation resulted in 63 arrests and 118 citations. Additionally, with the assistance of the Homeless Encampment Action Response Team (HEART), 40 homeless individuals were contacted and informed of the resources available to them.
 
The Pomona Police Department remains committed to offering support and services to individuals in-need. The Department takes a zero tolerance approach to human trafficking and sexual exploitation and will continue to conduct these types of proactive operations throughout the City of Pomona.

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Pomona Police Department
490 W Mission Blvd
Pomona, CA 91766

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Non-emergencies: 909-620-2155

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