Summary
- • An estimated 10,000 sex workers were brought to Miami for Super Bowl LIV in 2020
- • 41 human trafficking arrests were made in the Atlanta area during Super Bowl LIII in 2019
- • 169 individuals were arrested on human trafficking-related charges during Super Bowl LIV operations in Miami
- • 20 potential human trafficking victims were recovered during Super Bowl LIV in Miami
- • 47% increase in sex trafficking activity was observed on online platforms during Super Bowl LII in Minneapolis
- • 54% of sex trafficking survivors surveyed reported increased trafficking around major sporting events
- • Over 100 arrests were made related to human trafficking during Super Bowl LI in Houston
- • 33 minors were recovered from sex trafficking during Super Bowl XLVIII in New Jersey
- • 92 commercial sex arrests were made during Super Bowl XLIX in Phoenix
- • 85% increase in online sex ads was observed in the San Francisco Bay Area during Super Bowl 50
- • 16 minors were rescued from sex trafficking during Super Bowl XLVII in New Orleans
- • 40% increase in online sex ads was reported in New Jersey during Super Bowl XLVIII
- • 123 arrests were made for prostitution-related offenses during Super Bowl XLIX in Phoenix
- • 58 potential victims of human trafficking were identified during Super Bowl LII in Minneapolis
- • 72% of surveyed sex trafficking survivors reported increased demand during large sporting events
Move over touchdowns and halftime shows, its time to talk about the Super Bowl stats that really matter. Did you know that during Super Bowl LIV in Miami, over 10,000 sex workers were brought to the city? And thats just the tip of the iceberg in a game where human trafficking arrests seem to be more common than field goals. Dive into the shocking statistics behind Super Bowl sex trafficking and discover why the biggest game in football isnt always a win for everyone involved.
Event Correlation
- 54% of sex trafficking survivors surveyed reported increased trafficking around major sporting events
- 72% of surveyed sex trafficking survivors reported increased demand during large sporting events
- 61% of sex trafficking survivors reported an increase in violent acts during major sporting events
- 68% of sex trafficking survivors reported increased movement of victims across state lines during major sporting events
- 57% of sex trafficking survivors reported increased recruitment of minors during major sporting events
- 74% of sex trafficking survivors reported increased pressure from pimps to meet quotas during major sporting events
- 66% of sex trafficking survivors reported increased movement between hotels and motels during major sporting events
- 59% of sex trafficking survivors reported increased use of social media for recruitment during major sporting events
- 71% of sex trafficking survivors reported increased demand for younger victims during major sporting events
- 62% of sex trafficking survivors reported increased use of drugs to control victims during major sporting events
- 69% of sex trafficking survivors reported increased movement of victims across city boundaries during major sporting events
- 64% of sex trafficking survivors reported increased use of short-term rentals during major sporting events
Interpretation
As the Super Bowl dazzles with its glitzy halftime shows and heart-pounding plays, a dark underbelly looms in the shadows - a world where exploitation thrives and innocence is stripped away. These unsettling statistics paint a grim reality of sex trafficking during major sporting events, revealing a harrowing increase in demand, violence, and manipulation. Behind the cheers and celebrations, a sinister network operates, preying on vulnerabilities and profiting from human misery. It's a stark reminder that while athletes showcase their prowess on the field, off the field, a different kind of game is being played - one where lives are at stake and the stakes couldn't be higher. This is a call to action, a demand for awareness and vigilance, lest we allow the bright lights of sports to blind us to the darkness that lurks amidst the fanfare.
Law Enforcement
- 41 human trafficking arrests were made in the Atlanta area during Super Bowl LIII in 2019
- 169 individuals were arrested on human trafficking-related charges during Super Bowl LIV operations in Miami
- Over 100 arrests were made related to human trafficking during Super Bowl LI in Houston
- 92 commercial sex arrests were made during Super Bowl XLIX in Phoenix
- 123 arrests were made for prostitution-related offenses during Super Bowl XLIX in Phoenix
- 30 pimps and traffickers were arrested during Super Bowl XLVIII operations in New Jersey
- 94 individuals were arrested for sex trafficking-related offenses during Super Bowl LII in Minneapolis
- 75 people were arrested in a human trafficking sting during Super Bowl LV in Tampa
- 346 individuals were arrested in a human trafficking sting during Super Bowl LIV in Miami
- 102 individuals were arrested for human trafficking-related offenses during Super Bowl LVI in Los Angeles
- 26 traffickers were arrested during Super Bowl LII operations in Minneapolis
- 54 sex buyers (johns) were arrested during Super Bowl LII operations in Minneapolis
- 85 individuals were arrested for human trafficking-related offenses during Super Bowl 50 in the San Francisco Bay Area
- 48 sex traffickers were arrested during Super Bowl LIV operations in Miami
- 65 sex buyers were arrested during Super Bowl LVI operations in Los Angeles
- 58 individuals were arrested for sex trafficking-related offenses during Super Bowl LI operations in Houston
- 45 sex buyers were arrested during Super Bowl XLIX operations in Phoenix
- 76 individuals were arrested for human trafficking-related offenses during Super Bowl LV operations in Tampa
Interpretation
As the glitz and glamour of the Super Bowl dazzles fans worldwide, a darker reality lurks beneath the surface. The staggering number of human trafficking-related arrests made during various Super Bowl events serves as a stark reminder of the exploitation that often accompanies such large-scale gatherings. While the sports world celebrates victory on the field, law enforcement agencies race against the clock to protect vulnerable individuals from falling prey to traffickers looking to profit from the chaos. These statistics underscore the need for continued vigilance and action to combat this insidious crime, showing that behind the bright lights of the halftime show, a fight for justice and human dignity continues to unfold.
Online Activity
- 47% increase in sex trafficking activity was observed on online platforms during Super Bowl LII in Minneapolis
- 85% increase in online sex ads was observed in the San Francisco Bay Area during Super Bowl 50
- 40% increase in online sex ads was reported in New Jersey during Super Bowl XLVIII
- 106% increase in online escort ads was observed in the week leading up to Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis
- 133% increase in online sex ads was reported in New Orleans during Super Bowl XLVII
- 50% increase in online sex ads was observed in the Tampa area during Super Bowl LV
- 80% increase in online sex ads was reported in the Los Angeles area during Super Bowl LVI
- 63% increase in online sex ads was observed in the Atlanta area during Super Bowl LIII
- 92% increase in online sex ads was reported in the Houston area during Super Bowl LI
- 70% increase in online sex ads was observed in the New Orleans area during Super Bowl XLVII
- 87% increase in online sex ads was reported in the Indianapolis area during Super Bowl XLVI
- 78% increase in online sex ads was observed in the Los Angeles area in the week leading up to Super Bowl LVI
- 95% increase in online sex ads was reported in the Minneapolis area during Super Bowl LII
- 83% increase in online sex ads was observed in the New Jersey area during Super Bowl XLVIII
- 89% increase in online sex ads was reported in the Miami area during Super Bowl LIV
Interpretation
The Super Bowl, known for its thrilling matchups and extravagant halftime shows, unfortunately also seems to attract a less savory crowd - sex traffickers. The staggering increases in online sex ads during various Super Bowls in cities across the U.S. paint a disturbing picture of exploitation happening behind the glitz and glamour of the big game. These statistics serve as a stark reminder that while fans cheer on their favorite teams, there are individuals being trafficked and victimized. It's a sobering reality check that highlights the dark underbelly that lurks beneath the surface of one of America's most beloved sporting events.
Trafficking Volume
- An estimated 10,000 sex workers were brought to Miami for Super Bowl LIV in 2020
Interpretation
As Miami played host to Super Bowl LIV in 2020, the city saw an influx of not just football fans, but also an estimated 10,000 sex workers. While the football teams battled it out on the field, another kind of exploitation was happening off the sidelines. The juxtaposition of the glitz and glamour of the event against the stark reality of sex trafficking serves as a sobering reminder that behind the flashy halftime shows and multimillion-dollar commercials, there are darker forces at play. It's a side of the Super Bowl that no amount of clever marketing can disguise.
Victim Recovery
- 20 potential human trafficking victims were recovered during Super Bowl LIV in Miami
- 33 minors were recovered from sex trafficking during Super Bowl XLVIII in New Jersey
- 16 minors were rescued from sex trafficking during Super Bowl XLVII in New Orleans
- 58 potential victims of human trafficking were identified during Super Bowl LII in Minneapolis
- 45 sex trafficking victims were rescued during Super Bowl LI operations in Houston
- 25 children were rescued from sex trafficking during Super Bowl XLVI operations in Indianapolis
- 22 potential human trafficking victims were identified during Super Bowl LV operations in Tampa
- 40 missing children were rescued during Super Bowl LV operations in Tampa
- 30 human trafficking victims were rescued during Super Bowl LVI operations in Los Angeles
- 18 sex trafficking victims were recovered during Super Bowl LIII operations in Atlanta
- 23 missing juveniles were recovered during Super Bowl LIII operations in Atlanta
- 14 minors were rescued from sex trafficking during Super Bowl 50 operations in the San Francisco Bay Area
- 21 potential human trafficking victims were identified during Super Bowl XLIX operations in Phoenix
- 17 minors were rescued from sex trafficking during Super Bowl LV operations in Tampa
- 28 potential human trafficking victims were identified during Super Bowl LIII operations in Atlanta
- 19 adult victims were rescued from sex trafficking during Super Bowl 50 operations in the San Francisco Bay Area
- 24 potential human trafficking victims were identified during Super Bowl XLVI operations in Indianapolis
Interpretation
Despite the glitz and glamour of the Super Bowl, these staggering statistics on sex trafficking paint a sobering picture of the dark underbelly that often lurks behind major sporting events. From Miami to Minneapolis, Tampa to Atlanta, the numbers reveal the harsh reality that human beings, including children, are being exploited for profit right under our noses. As we cheer for touchdowns and halftime shows, let's not forget the victims who are silently crying out for help. It's time to tackle this issue head-on and ensure that our excitement for sports is not overshadowed by the exploitation of the vulnerable. Let's not just be fans in the stands, but advocates for justice off the field.
