03/05/2026
On Tuesday, February 24th, the Versailles Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association held a Master Class on Child Trafficking & Exploitation. The room was full. (event link: https://fb.me/e/1MeMYKyGHn )
⬇️THIS REEL (the map) illustrates the sheer volume of offenders. What it doesn’t reflect is the TIME & Dedication it takes to gather evidence and work through the court system, which was reiterated by those whose mission is to prosecute child groomers and molesters.
Cases can take YEARS, and most police agencies have 2-3 detectives dedicated to hunting down offenders, who operate across jurisdictions (and state lines).
The class brought awareness to Child Trafficking & Exploitation, because as it happens in EVERY community regardless of socio-economic status, sadly running in families generation-to-generation, according to a retired Lexington Metro police officer, Ricky Lynn.
However, there is hope. The founders of Redeeming Hope (a nonprofit in Berea, Kentucky) spoke at the class and are in the process of building a home for girls to provide shelter, security, and (most importantly) HOPE to move forward with their lives.
They expect to be at capacity when their doors open and hope to inspire other communities to develop satellite homes, because the need is greater than most people realize.
Statistics provided indicate 1:4 girls and 1:13 boys experience child exploitation, over “vulnerabilities” ranging from food, shelter, to sexual manipulation or leverage.
Sooo much attention has been paid to the Epstein files, but the reality is… it’s more common than politicians & celebrities.
𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙙𝙤?
Redeeming Hope (link above) is actively fundraising to complete their build. If you feel so inclined, visit their page.
Get informed and involved in local/state politics. Many states are increasing penalties for groomers, abusers, and pedophiles.
MOST importantly, see something… say something.
