Mount Clemens, MI – Six people from across Michigan and Ohio have been charged following a human trafficking investigation that authorities say targeted prostitution and transportation offenses.
According to the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office, the arrests stem from a sting operation conducted in Shelby Township. The suspects were arraigned at the 41A District Court on the felony charge of Prostitution/Transporting a Person, which carries a potential sentence of up to 20 years in prison.
Those charged include:
- James Jones, 24, of Toledo, Ohio
- Antonio Morrow, 25, of Detroit
- Austin Seder, 21, of St. Clair Shores
- Jacob Ducharme, 39, of Ira Township
- Alan Lewis, 33, of Detroit
- Tangelia Smith, 26, of Southfield
Authorities said bond was set at $50,000 cash or surety, with no 10% option, for each individual. All six remain lodged at the Macomb County Jail.
Investigators have not released further details about the alleged trafficking network but said the operation remains active and additional arrests are possible.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office.
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