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What is Human Trafficking?

Human trafficking is modern day slavery.

Human trafficking is modern day slavery. Victims of human trafficking are subjected to force, fraud, or coercion for the purpose of exploitation in commercial sex or forced labor.

Recognizing Human Trafficking

Human trafficking is a clandestine crime. Regardless of your profession or place of residence, by recognizing the signs, you can report suspicious situations and take part in combating human trafficking here in Greater Cincinnati.

A non-exhaustive list of human trafficking indicators is outlined below. Presence of any one of these indicators is not necessarily indicative of a human trafficking situation, but the list of red flags can be used as a guide for seeing a situation through a human trafficking lens.

If you think you are aware of a potential trafficking situation or a victim in need of services, please call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888.

Red Flags & Indicators

When connecting with an individual:

Appearance of bruises, burns, cuts or other visible signs of physical abuse
Individual appears submissive, tense, or anxious, and/or avoids eye contact
Individual’s demeanor changes; ex. change from outgoing to fearful, withdrawn
Appearance of malnourishment
Is not in control of his/her identification, visa, or travel documents
Is not in control of finances/bank account
Lack of awareness of his/her location; ex. the city or state he/she is located
Lack of personal possessions
Individual is under 18 years old and is engaging in commercial sex
Appearance of being under the control of another
Movement is restricted
Works long hours with limited or no breaks
Owes a large debt
Little or no payment is received for work or services
Recruited through false promises concerning nature of work
Tattoos, particularly of a male name or the word “Daddy” on neck, wrist, or back

When observing a suspicious location:

High security measurements in work or living areas, such as security cameras, barbed wire fencing, barred windows, etc.
Evidence of people living at the establishment when unexpected, such as a restaurant or factory; ex. hot plates, mattresses, toiletries, clothing, etc.
Poor and unsanitary working conditions with a high volume of “employees”
Sexually explicit materials are visible; ex. pornography, undergarments, video equipment, sex toys
Evidence of commercial sexual activity; ex. condoms, lotion(s), Kleenex
Observing an unexpected stream of visitors entering a house, apartment or hotel room
Red light(s) on a porch may be used to indicate a brothel

State & Federal Law

Human trafficking, also known as trafficking in persons (TIP), is a modern-day form of slavery. It is a crime under federal and international law; it is also a crime in every state in the United States.

Ohio Human Trafficking Task Force

Federal Trafficking Fact Sheet

Federal Anti-Trafficking Laws

To report a tip or get help please call the our Greater Cincinnati Human Trafficking hotline, 513-800-1863. If you are in immediate danger please call 911.