Bozeman Police Crack Down on Prostitution, Arrest 18 Including School Officials and Coach

The Bozeman Police Department conducted a human trafficking and child exploitation investigation in the Bozeman area, resulting in the arrest of 18 individuals in a prostitution sting operation. Detective Captain Dana McNeil expressed surprise at the number of people involved and emphasized the need to address the issue. The Montana state legislature recently increased the penalty for prostitution, motivating the department to focus on human trafficking. Detectives utilized social media and technology to track down individuals involved in the illegal activities. The arrested individuals, including a Belgrade School Trustee and a former Bozeman High assistant football coach, face felony charges and potential prison sentences.