Watsonville Man Charged With Human Trafficking
Watsonville Man Charged With Human Trafficking

Watsonville Man Charged With Human Trafficking

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Luis Salas, a 35-year-old man from Watsonville, was arrested by the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office on September 3 on multiple charges related to the sexual assault of minors, including contacting a minor with intent for sex, kidnapping, and false imprisonment. His arrest followed an investigation that began with reports of drug sales to minors, revealing a network of underage victims across Santa Cruz County. Salas allegedly used social media platforms, particularly Snapchat, under various handles such as "Cookies_squad" and "Penjaminpookie" to lure victims. He is currently held without bail and faces 24 felony charges, with authorities believing there may be more victims yet to be identified. The sheriff's office is collaborating with local schools to educate parents about the dangers of social media and encourage vigilance regarding their children's online interactions. Anyone with additional information is urged to contact the authorities.

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