Executive Summary
- The Miami Valley Human Trafficking Task Force arrested 43 individuals and secured 84 indictments in 2025.
- Authorities rescued or provided services to 72 victims of human trafficking during the year.
- Operations resulted in the seizure of over $98,000 in currency linked to criminal activity.
- The task force provided awareness training to 1,400 community members.
The Miami Valley Human Trafficking Task Force (MVHTTF) executed a comprehensive series of operations throughout 2025, resulting in 43 arrests and the provision of essential services to 72 victims, according to an annual report released by local law enforcement officials. The task force’s year-long initiative focused on both dismantling criminal networks and engaging in community outreach across the region.
According to the official report, investigators conducted 90 search warrants and five consent searches over the twelve-month period. These enforcement actions led to 84 indictments against individuals suspected of involvement in human trafficking activities. In addition to the arrests, the task force initiated 32 new investigations and processed 84 tips received from the public regarding potential trafficking situations.
During these operations, authorities seized $98,039 in U.S. currency alleged to be connected to criminal enterprises. Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost addressed the enforcement strategy in a statement. “Our message is simple – Don’t buy sex in Ohio,” Yost said. “Under the strong leadership of Sheriff Streck, the Miami Valley Human Trafficking Task Force is reinforcing that those who seek to buy or sell sex will face criminal consequences.”
Victim support remained a central pillar of the task force’s mission. Officials noted that 72 individuals were rescued, interviewed, or referred to support services during 2025. Furthermore, the agency prioritized prevention through education, providing human trafficking awareness training to approximately 1,400 individuals throughout the Miami Valley.
Montgomery County Sheriff Rob Streck emphasized the impact of these rescue efforts. “Every victim we are able to rescue represents hope, safety, and the opportunity to rebuild their life,” Sheriff Streck stated. “The Miami Valley Human Trafficking Task Force is committed to protecting vulnerable individuals, holding traffickers accountable, and making our communities safer.”
Investigative Outlook & Public Safety
The operational data from 2025 illustrates a dual-pronged strategy by the MVHTTF, balancing aggressive interdiction of trafficking rings with substantial investments in victim rehabilitation and community awareness. The seizure of significant financial assets and the high volume of indictments suggest a continued focus on dismantling the economic infrastructure of these criminal organizations. Authorities continue to encourage the public to report suspected trafficking to the Montgomery County Regional Dispatch Center. It is important to note that all individuals arrested or charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
