A Baltimore man has been charged with human trafficking at a hotel in Jessup, Howard County police said.
Michael Allen Steadman, 33, of Newington Avenue, is charged with sex trafficking and is currently being held on $10,000 bond at the Howard County Detention Center.
Police learned of Tuesday of possible prostitution activity during the course of an undercover operation targeting human traffickers. Through the investigation, detectives arrested Steadman after they determined he was providing transportation to and from prostitution appointments for a 26-year-old female victim and keeping a portion of her money.
The victim was referred to appropriate services for assistance.
Investigators are asking anyone who may have information about suspected human trafficking or prostitution to contact police at 410-313-STOP or HCPDcrimetips@howardcountymd.gov.
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3 comments:
How convenient. Prison is just a few miles away.
Was the woman charged with prostitution?
If the woman was being 'trafficked' it usually means it is against their will. It is not the same as a 'freelance' prostitute. So doubtful she was charged. These people, adults and kids, are forced into it under threats of violence. That is the difference.
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