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Second Nationwide ‘Operation Coast to Coast’ Nets 34 Arrests, 77 Survivors Reached

Undercover hotel stings alongside street recoveries drive more cases with trauma‑informed support.

Overview

  • California Attorney General Rob Bonta released results of the October operation spanning 15 states and involving more than 150 law enforcement agencies, nonprofits, and corporate partners.
  • Authorities reported 34 arrests nationwide and 77 trafficking survivors offered services, including three minors.
  • In San Diego County, the San Diego Human Trafficking Task Force ran simultaneous efforts in National City and hotel settings, recovering two juveniles and contacting 13 adults for services.
  • The hotel “outcall” tactic used undercover responses to online commercial sex ads involving suspected or known minors to arrange meetings where survivors could be interviewed and connected to help.
  • Officials said the coordinated model seeks to expand investigations and prosecutions while delivering culturally competent, victim‑centered assistance through the California DOJ’s Victims’ Services Unit and partner providers.