Operation Fafo Leads to Over 100 Arrests in Major Human Trafficking and Prostitution Sting, Two Juveniles Rescued

09/30/24

Operation Fafo Leads to Over 100 Arrests in Major Human Trafficking and Prostitution Sting, Two Juveniles Rescued

A multi-agency human trafficking and prostitution sting operation led by the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office has resulted in the arrest of over 100 individuals and the rescue of two juveniles from the sex trade. The operation, which took place over two days, was part of a concentrated effort to combat human trafficking and exploitation in Sacramento County.
During the sting, law enforcement officers posed as undercover buyers and sellers, those involved in illegal activities. The operation targeted individuals who exploit vulnerable people for commercial sex, with a particular focus on rescuing juveniles forced into prostitution.

Over 100 individuals were arrested on charges related to prostitution, solicitation, and trafficking. The operation also led to the identification and rescue of two juveniles, both 16-years-old, who were being trafficked for sex. These young victims are now receiving care and services to help them recover from their traumatic experiences and transition to a safer, healthier environment.

Sheriff Cooper praised the successful operation, stating:

"This sting sends a clear message to those involved in the illegal sex trade: we are committed to protecting our community from exploitation, especially our most vulnerable. Human trafficking, especially the exploitation of minors, is a serious crime, and we will continue to work tirelessly to bring justice to victims."

The Sheriff's Office Special Investigations Bureau (SIB) Detectives, collaborated with the North, South, East and the Rancho Cordova Police Department Problem Oriented Policing (POP) Teams, Sacramento County Special Enforcement Detail (SED), Rancho Cordova Police Crime Suppression Unit (CSU), Sheriff's Work Project, the Sheriff's Drone Unit, California Highway Patrol SACCATS, the California Department of Justice Human Trafficking Team, and victim advocate groups Drive for Impact and the Sacramento Family Justice Center to make this operation a success. The team utilized less conventional resources, including drone technology, intelligence gathering, and readily available resources for victims to ensure the operation's success. The Sheriff's Office urges the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity related to human trafficking.
A video highlighting Operation FAFO can be found on our social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, and TikTok. The video can be viewed on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/9W14_wfaoOE

The following individuals were arrested during this operation:
Trinity LEE
Allissa MCMANUS
Champagne TYLER
Angelica JOHNSON
Jamia SANCHEZ
Uneise BEAN
Alexis DENNEY
Asijah DAHM
Whitley BROWN
Larissa ANDERSON
Lazay RANDLE
Sarah LAHAYE
Larissa BRUNOMILNER
Chelsea JENSEN
Brittany BROWN
Jocelyn WRIGHT
Gerri KING
Katie BLAIR
Aleesia ALVAREZ
Areiah BELL
Ettienoh Okon UKOH
Maksim VOLKOMOROV
Nasratullah SEDIQI
Jesus VALENCIA
Mukhtarkhail SHAHID
Obaidullah HABIBI
Bee LEE
Zahid MUKHTARKHARL
Bryan DIAZDUENAS
David BARRON
Manuel GALVAN
Geomal Lyndon BENEDICTO
Santos CHICASAENZ
Ahmad SAYEEDI
Andy ESCOBARMARRON
Tkachuk VLADYSLAV
Kenneth Robert SMITH
Vidhu SHEKHAR
Samir SAYEEDI
Alfredo HERNANDEZ
Fawad FARD
Ricardo MEDINA
Gauge THOMPSON
Harsh KUMAR
Gekhaev BAISANGUR
Ashit KUMAR
Enrique MENDIOLAREYNOSO
Heber JIMINEZ
Donald BUCKNER
Harpreet SINGH
Xavier MARTIN
JJ BAINS
Carlos LOPEZ
Kumali MURADI
Dmytro ROMANIVSKYI
Marco MENERA-PENALOZA
Ali MEHAR
Kevin SANCHEZ
Johnny CALIXTO
Jaime VERA
Christopher TACHIERA
Asadullah POPAL
Shafiqullah HAIDARI
Hortencia BRADFORD
Josue CONTRERAS
Stephen MONK
Ajay KUMAR
Lakhvir SINGH
Nonamegiven SURENDER
Luis REYES
Waleed BALIQA
Jose BARRIENTOS-SANTOS
Brian TORRES
Alexander KURCHIN
Jaber AFZALI
Jamshid AMINI
Ranjit SINGH
Samar ZAHEDULLAH
Jose MELGAR
Deeric DOMINGUE
Ahmadi RESHAD
Nigel PRINCE
Albert COPUS
Alexis GALVIN
Bethany WALKER
Uriya INGRAM
Cherrish BROADUS
Cloe HOLLY
Hortencia BRADFORD
Jade OLSON
Jasmine PALCIO-GALVAN
Jaylynn THOMAS
Kevanay BUTLER
Khaleiah DIXON
Lakayla BROWN
Lazay RANDLE
Lilian POWERS
Maria MACONE
Marisela VALDEZ
Novaleen LAWSON
Tori VEGA
Victoria WILLIAMS

If you or someone you know is a victim of human trafficking, please contact the Sheriff's Office at 916-874-5115 for help and resources.

Sergeant Amar Gandhi
Sheriff's Spokesman