Stratford police cruiser. (BlackburnNews.com file photo)Stratford police cruiser. (BlackburnNews.com file photo)
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Stratford Police Arrest Three In Human Trafficking Case

Stratford police working with the Waterloo Regional Police have arrested three male suspects in a human trafficking case.

Police say the suspects allegedly used the internet and social media to lure the teenage victim from Stratford. The teen was then forced into the human trafficking trade through a network of individuals.

Two adult males and a minor have been arrested and charged with 19 offences, including human trafficking, forcible confinement and procurement.

Police are still looking for a fourth suspect.

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