The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Wyoming has reaffirmed its commitment to combating human trafficking in recognition of National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. The office emphasized its ongoing efforts to work with federal, state, and local partners to protect victims, support survivors, and prevent these crimes.
U.S. Attorney Darin Smith stated, “Whether it’s forced labor, domestic servitude, or sex trafficking, human trafficking is the exploitation of human beings for profit, and it has no place in today’s society. We remain dedicated to investigating and prosecuting traffickers within the borders of Wyoming.”
The Department of Justice continues its efforts to bring traffickers to justice and support survivors throughout the year. The agency highlighted that Human Trafficking Prevention Month serves as a reminder of the importance of this fight but stressed that their work is ongoing.
“Human Trafficking Prevention Month serves as an annual reminder of the importance of the fight against the abhorrent crime of human trafficking, but the Justice Department’s work continues every day of the year to combat this vicious crime, bring human traffickers to justice, and protect those at risk of falling prey to these unconscionable crimes of cruelty, exploitation, and greed,” according to a statement from the office.
Since the passage of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act in 2000, nearly 25 years ago, the Department of Justice has played a leading role in addressing all forms of human trafficking.
“Today, we commemorate National Human Trafficking Prevention Month by redoubling our commitment to continue that fight,” said Smith.
The public is encouraged to report any information about potential human trafficking situations or individuals who may be experiencing trafficking by contacting the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or texting 233733. Additional information on federal efforts can be found at www.justice.gov/humantrafficking.
