OBN arrests one in human trafficking investigation
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – According to the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics, one person has been arrested in connection to a human trafficking investigation.
Officials say OBN's Human Trafficking Unit arrested 23-year-old Mikayla Lee on Thursday, February 27, for trafficking an underage female.
LOCAL NEWS: Federal fugitive last seen in Oklahoma City, police say
This investigation began in January of 2025. Evidence showed that Lee was facilitating the trafficking of the victim, including posing advertisements on sex websites and arranging meetings for the victim.
According to the OBN, Lee was arrested and is facing charges of Human Trafficking of a Minor, Child Sexual Exploitation, Transporting a Person for the Purpose of Prostitution and Using Computer Access to Violate State Statute.
Citizens and victims can learn more, get access to resources, or anonymously report suspected human trafficking by visiting OBN's 'YOU ARE NOT ALONE' page.
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