Man charged with human trafficking offenses in Burlington hotel
Published May 14, 2020 at 1:50 pm
A North York man was arrested in Burlington Wednesday (May 13) and faces several charges related to human trafficking.
A North York man was arrested in Burlington Wednesday (May 13) and faces several charges related to human trafficking.
According to Halton Regional Police, officers attended an unnamed hotel in Burlington in regards to an “unknown problem”.
“Officers arrived on-scene where they identified a female victim who wished to speak with investigators about her involvement and exploitation in the sex trade,” said police. “The accused had fled the scene however responding officers located him nearby and placed him under arrest.”
46-year-old Amir Mehrani was charged with:
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- Adult Procuring by Exercise Control
- Adult Withholding or Destroying Documents
- Adult Trafficking in Persons
- Adult Material Benefit Resulting From Trafficking in Persons Material Benefit
Mehrani was held in custody pending a bail hearing.
Police say they are still investigating.
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