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Officers posing as prostitutes online and arraigned to meet the men for sex in exchange for cash, Worcester police said. That money will now likely go to bail.
Worcester police said the purpose of the sting was to deter internet-based human trafficking. They expect to conduct several more operations like this in the future, officials said.
Those arrested in the sting were charged with paying for sexual conduct, and they include:
- Micah Love-Allotey, 39, of Worcester
- Vincent Phan, 29, of Worcester
- Arthur Gallant, 75, of Boxboro
- Sylvester Konadu, 37, of Worcester
- Kyle Fisher, 38, of Worcester
Worcester police worked with the Department of Homeland Security and Burlington Police Department in the sting.
Springfield police carried out a similar operation on Thursday, as well. Five people were arrested.
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