Florida TikTok Influencer Craig Long Among 266 Arrested In Polk County Sex Sting
Authorities said the six-day undercover operation uncovered 439 charges and identified seven potential trafficking victims with help from federal and social service partners.
- On Friday, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd announced 266 arrests following a six-day undercover operation in Florida dubbed "Polk Around and Find Out," resulting in 439 total charges for human trafficking and child exploitation.
- The investigation brought together local, state, and federal partners, including the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement , utilizing undercover tactics and online stings to disrupt trafficking networks targeting minors and prostitution solicitors.
- Notable arrests included Craig Long, a 41-year-old fitness influencer, and a 68-year-old man known for portraying Santa Claus. Judd's office reported seizing four firearms and identified 19 suspects accused of traveling to meet minors for sex.
- Of 266 arrests, 34 were in the United States illegally, with 22 collecting $15,188 per month in public assistance. Kelly Walker, acting field office director for ICE ERO Miami, stated that 70 foreign-born nationals were encountered with significant criminal histories.
- Social service organizations including One More Child and the Florida Alliance to End Human Trafficking provided support to potential victims identified during the operation. Officials emphasized the geographic reach, with 167 suspects residing outside Polk County.
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Tampa’s NBC affiliate reports: A Polk County Sheriff’s Office operation focused around prostitution-related offenses netted 266 arrests, including a self-described “MAGA” influencer with a sizable following. Nineteen additional suspects were arrested for crimes related to child sexual exploitation, PCSO announced earlier this week. In a news conference Friday, Sheriff Grady Judd highlighted several suspects, including Craig Long II, 41. Long, wh…
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