As thousands of fans travel to Indianapolis for the Brickyard 400, Attorney General Todd Rokita is calling on Hoosiers and visitors alike to be alert for signs of human trafficking – a horrendous crime that often hides in plain sight.
“Big events like the Brickyard bring out the best of Indiana – but can also attract the worst kinds of criminals,” Attorney General Todd Rokita said. “Traffickers often take advantage of these large events to operate in plain sight. This is more than a law enforcement issue – it’s a community effort. The more eyes watching for human trafficking, the better chance we have to save lives.”
The Office of the Attorney General is educating Hoosiers on the signs of human trafficking to increase awareness around this event. The U.S. State Department identifies key signs of trafficking, including individuals who:
- Appear submissive, fearful, or unable to speak freely, often avoiding eye contact.
- Live in cramped or poor conditions, often with their employer or handler.
- Show signs of physical abuse, malnourishment, or restricted movement.
- Give scripted, inconsistent, or rehearsed answers when questioned.
- Are minors engaged in commercial sex acts or seem overly controlled by someone nearby.
Attorney General Rokita encourages immediate reporting of suspected trafficking to local law enforcement or the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888.
“This is about protecting children, women, and men – who are being manipulated, coerced, and sold,” Attorney General Rokita said. “Indiana is no place for traffickers, and we need every Hoosier to report suspicious activity and help stop this crime.”
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