FBI arrests 642 in child prostitution raids

MORE than 600 adults have been arrested and 47 children rescued in a three-day round-up targeting people who force children into prostitution.

FBI arrests 642 in child prostitution raids
Wed, 29 Oct, 2008 - 00:00

The FBI said the roundup by federal, state and local law enforcement occurred in 29 cities, adding that the raids dismantled 12 large-scale prostitution operations run through call services, truck stops, casinos and websites.

FBI deputy director John Pistole said the arrests were made possible by intelligence gathered during similar raids in June.

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