172: Human Trafficking: the Signs, Challenges, and Efforts Police Need to Know

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It is January, and Human Trafficking Awareness Month. In this episode, we explore this crucial topic that should be focused upon not just for police, but all members of the community and our shared society.
When it comes to human trafficking, it often starts young. The crime knows no bounds; it truly affects every neighborhood and every demographic.
I’m joined by Sgt Kyle Baker, who worked for years in these types of cases. We cover not only what officers will encounter, how to best navigate it, but also where you may see subtle clues in calls you wouldn’t expect.
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Sergeant Kyle Baker began his career at Pittsburg Police Department in 2010 and has worked a variety of assignments including patrol, street crimes, field training officer, department trainer, SWAT, and the Special Investigations Unit. In 2016, Kyle became a detective and began working commercial sex and human trafficking cases. Kyle found his passion in this work which has led him to working 100's of commercial sex cases, testifying as an expert in court, and planning dozens of proactive human trafficking operations.

Kyle held leadership positions on the Contra Costa County Human Trafficking Task Force for many years, created a CA POST certified human trafficking course, and travels the state to teach human trafficking related topics. Kyle is also a law enforcement advisor for TAT, a nationwide non profit committed to combatting human trafficking by empowering the transportation industry and more.

Kyle is also on the Board of Directors for Community Violence Solutions and was the recipient of the 2023 40 Under 40 leadership award from the International Chief's of Police Association. and Outside of work Kyle enjoys traveling with his family and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
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