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Man Arrested for Human Trafficking

Man Arrested for Human Trafficking


The Halton Regional Police Service – Human Trafficking Unit have arrested a Toronto male for exploiting an adult female for sexual purposes.

On April 26th 2018, Imani NAKPANGI (35 years of age) was arrested and charged with the following criminal offences: Exercise Control, Living on the Avails of Prostitution, Trafficking in Persons and Material Benefit Resulting from Trafficking in Persons. This investigation began as a result of information brought forward to police by the victim in this circumstance. NAKPANGI has been held pending a Bail Hearing.


Anyone who may have any additional information pertaining to offences related to this accused are asked to contact Det. Dan Ciardullo (905-465-8723) or D/Sgt. Anita Laframboise (905-825-8710) of the Halton Regional Police Service Human Trafficking Unit.


The Halton Regional Police Service is a member of the Halton Collaborative Against Human Trafficking along with several other stakeholders and agencies. This Collaborative is dedicated towards providing services and support to those who have experienced Human Trafficking in Halton and surrounding regions. Local organizations such as "SAVIS" (www.savisofhalton.org) are able to provide first response care and support to victims of human trafficking.


Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers "See Something? Hear Something? Know Something?" Contact "Crime Stoppers" at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca


Please be reminded that all persons charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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