Human trafficking is now a global epidemic, representing a serious infringement of human rights that impacts millions of individuals worldwide. This illicit practice exploits victims through coercion, deception or the abuse of power, pushing them into forced labor, sexual exploitation and other unsavory activities.

Sacramento launched a Regional Human Trafficking Task Force, uniting federal, state, and local efforts. Female leaders Maggie Krell, Stephanie Nguyen, Angelique Ashby, Kathy Lester, and Saan Baden stressed survivor support,

The task force will combine resources from federal, state and local agencies to root out sexual and labor-related exploitation, authorities said.

Sacramento County law enforcement will now work with the California Attorney General's Office and Homeland Security in a new task force aimed at combating human trafficking.

Sacramento county law enforcement partner with the California department of justice and homeland security to fight human trafficking crisis in the capital city.

The Sacramento Regional Human Trafficking Task Force is being launched to combat trafficking and support survivors.