Reporting human trafficking
Human trafficking is a growing concern throughout Stark County, with Ohio ranking as one of the top states for the hidden crime. If you notice the signs and suspect a human rights violation, report it right away.
Report an emergency
If you witness or suspect human trafficking, please report your concerns to local law enforcement immediately.
National Human Trafficking Hotline
If you believe you may have information about a trafficking situation:
Call the National Human Trafficking Hotline toll-free hotline at 1-888-373-7888: Anti-Trafficking Hotline Advocates are available 24/7 to take reports of potential human trafficking.
Text the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 233733. Message and data rates may apply.
Chat the National Human Trafficking Hotline via www.humantraffickinghotline.org/chat
Children’s Network of Stark County
Suite 200
Canton, OH 44702
COMPASS Rape Crisis
Canton, OH 44707
Hannah’s House 119
East Canton, OH 44730
Not For Sale Ohio
North Canton, OH 44720
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Suite 203
Independence, OH 44131
Ohio Human Trafficking Task Force
Partners Against Trafficking of Humans Stark County
Suite 1150
Canton, OH 44702
RAHAB Ministries
- Canton (914 Sandal Place NE, Canton, OH 44703)
- North Canton (4350 Portage St., North Canton, OH 44720)
Canton, OH 44703
To report local cases of human trafficking, contact law enforcement near you:
Alliance Police Department
470 East Market St.Alliance, OH 44601
Canton Police Department
221 3rd St. SWCanton, OH 44702
Jackson Township Police Department
7383 Fulton Dr. NWMassillon, OH 44646
Massillon Police Department
2 James Duncan Plz.Massillon, OH 44646
Perry Township Police Department
622 Genoa Ave. SWMassillon, OH 44646
Stark County Sherriff’s Office
4500 Atlantic Blvd. NECanton, OH 44705
Often considered a form of modern slavery, human trafficking occurs when someone is sold for sex or labor, typically through coercion, fraud or force. It is the largest criminal enterprise in the world with a presence here in Stark County. Children, especially runaways, are at the greatest risk along with young people without close adult relationships and a history of truancy and/or substance use.
Unfortunately, some of the things that make us great also put us at risk. Our airport, interstate system, hotels, shopping centers and sports facilities are all popular destinations for human trafficking. To help combat this growing crime, it is important that we are all on the lookout for signs of human trafficking.
- 80 percent of runaways will be approached by a trafficker within 24 hours
- Around 50 percent of human trafficking victims are male
- Human trafficking is the number one criminal enterprise in the world
- Sex trafficking victims are raped an average of 6,000 times in their lifetime
- The average age a human trafficking victim enters “the life” is 13
- The average life span for a human trafficking victim is seven years after they enter “the life”
The following are some of the most helpful ways to prevent human trafficking:
- Build strong connections with young people, especially those without close adult relationships
- Get involved with local organizations and help spread awareness
- Call 911 to report your suspicions
Forced Labor, Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking
Statistics, news and resources collected by the International Labor Organization.
Human Trafficking Task Force Outreach Toolkit
Resources to support service providers and law enforcement as they help to combat human trafficking.
National Human Trafficking Hotline Resources
Learn the basics about human trafficking, find referral sources and download helpful education guides.
Polaris Project
Resources, legislation and information to help end human trafficking and support victims as they reclaim their freedom.
Stark County Family Court
Supporting the rights of young people who have been affected by child labor, sexual exploitation or another form of human trafficking.