Officials warn of human trafficking risks as thousands visit for Kentucky Derby

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- City officials are warning people to watch for signs of human trafficking this week as thousands of people descend into Louisville for the Kentucky Derby.

"This is a premiere opportunity for some of those who would prey on our population," Metro Emergency Services Deputy Director Kelly Jones said. "If you see something, say something."

Tens of thousands of people are here this week for Derby. Louisville's Family & Children's Place said big events like this are targets for human trafficking.

Officials said to watch for any situation you think just don't look right, and, if you do see something, go to the nearest law enforcement officer or first responder and report it.

"Human trafficking can occur in any community on any given day," FBI Louisville said in a written statement Thursday. "Nonetheless, during major events such as the Kentucky Derby, the risk of trafficking vulnerable populations increases due to events drawing large crowds and an increase in transient populations. The FBI, in partnership with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, is constantly working to identify and disrupt trafficking networks. If you are a human trafficking victim or have information about a potential trafficking situation, call the FBI Louisville Field Office at 502-263-6000, 1-800-CALL-FBI, or submit a tip online at tips.fbi.gov. ..."

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