February 26, 2022 - The Merced Police Department reports the Merced Police Department Disruptive Area Response Team (DART) conducted a human trafficking operation during the month of February.

Ladondi Ceaser (23), Luis Sopon (22), Samantha Saucedo (20), and Hailey Craig (21) were arrested for pimping. Cesar Martinez (34), Conrad Rodriguez (55), John Wilson (32), and Uriel Sanchez (22) were arrested for soliciting a prostitute.

Two adult females were identified as victims of human trafficking and were provided with services from Valley Crisis Center.

During the arrest of Ladondi Ceaser a firearm was recovered off of his person. A search warrant was also served at the residence of Ladondi Ceaser and Luis Sopon where another firearm was recovered.

Merced Police are asking anyone with any information regarding this crime to contact the Merced Police Department.

For non-emergency call 209-385-6912

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Source: Merced Police Department