Missing Nc Teen Found During Human Trafficking Sting Operation

L to R: Timothy King, Jesse McMinn, Tabitha Banks (Photo: KCSO) 

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — A missing North Carolina child was found during a human trafficking sting operation in Knox County Tuesday.

Timothy King, Jesse McMinn and Tabitha Banks were arrested during the operation at a Holiday Inn in Knoxville at 9143 Executive Park Drive.

Investigators found an advertisement on Backpage.com. After contacting McMinn, an undercover detective made an appointment for a “two girl special.”

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New Law To Curb Human Trafficking In Effect In Tennessee

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) -- A new law to combat the growing problem of human sex trafficking goes into effect Friday.

July 1 marks the implementation of many new laws in Tennessee. This legislation sponsored by Senator Doug Overbey (R-Maryville) will increase penalties for traffickers who promote another person for prostitution.

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