What are some of the signs that can be found in our own cities and towns that may signal the world of trafficking?
Warning Signs of Human Trafficking
- Appearing malnourished.
- Showing signs of physical injuries and abuse.
- Avoiding eye contact, social interaction, and authority figures/law enforcement.
- Seeming to adhere to scripted or rehearsed responses in social interaction.
- Lacking official identification documents.
How do traffickers identify their victims?
Traffickers are adept at identifying people with noticeable vulnerabilities or needs. They may scour specific locations such as bus stations, shelters, or local malls looking for someone without a safe place to stay or who they may be able to charm with their flattery and attention.
What are the red flags of human trafficking?
Person seems overly fearful, submissive, tense, or paranoid. Person is deferring to another person before giving information. Person has physical injuries or branding such as name tattoos on face or chest, tattoos about money and sex, or pimp phrases. Clothing is inappropriately sexual or inappropriate for weather.
What do human traffickers look for?
They lure and ensnare people into forced labor and sex trafficking by manipulating and exploiting their vulnerabilities. Human traffickers prey on people who are hoping for a better life, lack employment opportunities, have an unstable home life, or have a history of sexual or physical abuse.
What do you do if you think you were kidnapped?
If you witness a child abduction, call 911 immediately to report it quickly. Be sure to make note of important information such as the physical characteristics of the child and suspect, the make and model of any vehicles involved (including license plate numbers if possible), and the precise location of the abduction.
Can a blow to the head cause bleeding in the brain?
Occasionally, a blow to the head may be severe enough to cause bleeding in or around the brain. This type of bleeding can cause an intracranial hematoma, a serious condition that puts pressure on the brain.
When should I see a doctor after a head injury?
This type of bleeding can cause an intracranial hematoma, a serious condition that puts pressure on the brain. See a doctor within one to two days of a significant head injury with ongoing symptoms, even if emergency care isn’t required.
Can a bump on the head cause a serious injury?
Probably not. Head trauma from play or sports is a common concern for parents, but rarely does a bump on the head result in serious injury. The forehead and scalp have an abundant blood supply, and injury to these areas often results in bleeding under the skin.
What happens to the brain after a head injury?
The jarring of the brain against the sides of the skull can cause shearing (tearing) of the internal lining, tissues, and blood vessels that may cause internal bleeding, bruising, or swelling of the brain. What are the symptoms of a head injury? The person may have varying degrees of symptoms associated with the severity of the head injury.