Chatham County's Human Trafficking Fight
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Chatham County, Georgia, faces a significant challenge with minor sex trafficking, ranking sixth statewide and second outside Atlanta. In 2024, eight hundred four children and teens were victimized, with most aged between fourteen and seventeen. High poverty rates, a vibrant downtown, and its location along I-95 contribute to the vulnerability. Trafficking often involves known individuals, not dramatic stranger abductions. Sheriff Richard Colemans dedicated human trafficking unit has made arrests and rescues, including a fifteen-year-old girl. The district attorneys office focuses on victim support during prosecutions. Organizations like Tharros Place offer safe housing, medical care, education assistance, and personalized plans. Community stakeholder meetings aim to expand awareness and support survivors long-term.
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