Summary
California authorities found more than 30 missing children during a human trafficking operation called "Operation Safe Return" in Riverside County. The operation involved the U.S. Marshals and various local agencies, resulting in the arrest of seven suspects.
Key Facts
- California authorities located 37 missing children.
- These children were considered at high risk of exploitation and trafficking.
- Officials arrested seven suspects during the operation.
- The operation was named "Operation Safe Return."
- It was a collaborative effort involving the U.S. Marshals and several local law enforcement and social service agencies.
- The focus was on children listed as missing in the National Crime Information Center database.
- Governor Gavin Newsom highlighted the importance of child safety in the announcement.
