Crime & Safety
12 'Johns' Arrested During Moreno Valley Prostitution Sting: RSO
The purpose of the sting was to "reduce the demand for sex trafficking in the city of Moreno Valley," the sheriff's department reported.
MORENO VALLEY, CA — A crackdown on prostitution took place in Moreno Valley this week, and the Riverside County Sheriff's Department reported that 12 "johns" were arrested during the sting.
The operation took place Wednesday.
All of the suspects were arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor solicitation of prostitution, the sheriff's department reported.
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In addition to the "john" arrests, three "potential victims were identified" and provided with services and resources, according to the department.
The purpose of the sting was to "reduce the demand for sex trafficking in the city of Moreno Valley," the department reported.
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