Portland police arrest 44 in human trafficking patrols along 82nd Ave

PORTLAND Ore. – Portland police say 44 people were arrested during directed patrols along Northeast 82nd Avenue and Northeast Sandy Boulevard since June. Police said the 44 people were arrested on allegations of commercial sexual solicitation and unlawful prostitution procurement.

The missions were in response to community complaints and reported activity tied to sex trafficking, according to the Portland Police Bureau.