At 17 years old, Olivia* was already deeply familiar with the world’s hardness.
Under the control of a powerful network of traffickers, Olivia was sold to man after man for sex. This cycle meant that at just 16, she became a mom. Her son Diego* was born into abuse. Olivia’s trafficker had no patience for the inconvenience of a child. She was forced to continue meeting clients in a dingy, dirty room while tiny Diego slept fitfully on the hard floor.
When The Exodus Road’s team found Olivia while investigating trafficking in her area, they immediately let law enforcement know about her situation. Police wanted to help her but weren’t sure how to infiltrate the movements of the powerful ring that controlled her.
Our investigators worked closely with law enforcement to put together a plan. Their expertise allowed police to pinpoint Olivia’s location and the exact date and time she would be transported to meet a buyer. She would be riding in a vehicle with Diego.
Police found the vehicle and pursued it, chasing the car through the city streets. They pulled the car over. Olivia and Diego were inside, vulnerable and confused about what was happening. A government social worker reassured them, accompanying them to safety.
Image Representative: Police pinpointed the exact date and time Olivia and her son would be transported by their trafficker. They found the vehicle and pursued it, chasing the car through the city streets.
The work to bring justice to Olivia’s traffickers is ongoing. In the meantime, our expert psychologists are ensuring that Olivia and Diego have compassionate, trauma-informed care as they recover from the deep wounds of exploitation.
Olivia has experienced the worst abuse the world has to offer. Because of The Exodus Road’s community of supporters, she’s also now experienced the possibility of help and healing. Thank you for offering that hope to Olivia and her baby!
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