Local and state officials in Miami recently discussed their efforts to combat human trafficking during the World Cup. Law enforcement focused on protecting soccer fans from potential predators as they gathered to watch the matches. A news conference was held to highlight the collaborative work among Miami-Dade agencies to address human trafficking locally and statewide.

Miami-Dade State Attorney Katherine Fernandez-Rundle noted the importance of the community's efforts. Further details on the crackdown are available from local officials, who reported a total of 178 arrests in connection with human trafficking during the World Cup events.