Over 30 trafficking victims were identified as part of the Operation DELTA in West Memphis, Arkansas, authorities confirm.

The Arkansas Human Trafficking Council, in partnership with other agencies, conducted a coordinated victim recovery operation in West Memphis on Thursday, May 29.

Partnering agencies included the Arkansas State Police (ASP), the Attorney General’s Office, members of the 2nd Judicial Drug Task Force, the West Memphis Police Department, the Marion Police Department, and the Crittenden County Sheriff's Office.

During Operation Defending Every Life Trafficked in Arkansas (DELTA), law enforcement and partnering agencies interacted with nine victims. These victims were provided immediate access to victim services and support resources, including medical care, advocacy, an

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