(Berrien County, MI) - More than a dozen people were arrested in a sex and human trafficking sting in Berrien County, Michigan.  The multi-agency sting operation was an effort by the Berrien County Sheriff's Office, Pokagon Tribal Police Department, Michigan City Police Department, and the Michigan State Police Southwest Enforcement Team.  15 people were arrested for sex exploitation-related crimes, as well as one arrest for outstanding warrants. 

According to the Berrien County Sheriff's Department, the priority of these operations is not just to make arrests, but to identify and help victims and send a clear message trafficking will not be tolerated.  “These operations are as much about saving lives as they are about enforcing the law. Every person we reach represents an opportunity to intervene, support, and protect,” police said.  More specific information about the alleged activity and names of the suspects have not been released.