07/29/2026
During the six FIFA World Cup matches held at Levi’s Stadium, a Bay Area task force worked together to identify and support 53 human trafficking survivors, including 11 juveniles.
The regional response brought together law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, social workers, advocates, and analysts from 11 Northern California counties. Participating agencies conducted 66 separate operations, which resulted in:
- 53 survivors identified and offered support, including 42 adults and 11 juveniles
- 25 suspected traffickers arrested
- 41 s*x buyers cited
Survivors were connected with confidential advocates from and and offered individualized assistance, including safety planning, emergency supplies, blankets, toiletries, temporary housing, and other supportive services.
By combining intelligence, investigative resources, survivor advocacy, and regional coordination in the enhanced operations center, participating agencies were able to act on information in minutes that might otherwise have taken days or weeks to develop.
is thankful to partner with and our airport partners at and to prevent human trafficking in the Bay Area during the World Cup.
To read the full report, visit: https://da.santaclaracounty.gov/bay-area-task-force-rescues-53-human-trafficking-victims-during-world-cup-games