LOS ANGELES – Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman joined the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and Los Angeles Police Department today to announce more than 500 arrests made statewide during a weeklong human trafficking operation comprised of more than 100 law enforcement agencies.
In addition, a District Attorney’s Investigator from LADA’s Bureau of Investigation took part in the operation as a member of LASD’s Los Angeles Regional Human Trafficking Task Force.
“Every agency’s dedication in this operation highlights their unwavering resolve to prosecute these appalling crimes,” stated Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman. “Human traffickers are essentially modern-day slave masters who should be on clear notice that we will find them, arrest them, prosecute them, and seek maximum time behind bars for their despicable acts of preying on young girls and boys. This is not a threat but a promise. Every case stemming from this operation presented to our office’s Human Sex Trafficking Section will be thoroughly reviewed for filing consideration. Our fight against this injustice is unwavering, and we will continue to stand firm until human trafficking is eradicated from our streets. Our Bureau of Victim Services is available to assist victims with trauma-informed victim services by calling 1-800-380-3811.”
During the operation, more than 230 arrests were made by the Los Angeles Police Department, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, and the Long Beach Police Department.
“The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department remains committed to combating human trafficking and protecting the vulnerable,” said Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert G. Luna. “Our dedicated personnel work tirelessly to rescue victims, hold traffickers accountable, and raise awareness. However, this fight requires collaboration. Partnering with law enforcement statewide is essential to strengthening enforcement, supporting victims, and preventing trafficking.”
“While we gather today to discuss the successful efforts of the LAPD and the 103 other dedicated law enforcement agencies from Northern and Southern California, the true success should be measured by what these numbers represent – a future restored and a victory for justice,” said LAPD Chief of Police Jim McDonnell. “In just this 7-day period, LAPD efforts resulted in 205 arrests. Specifically, our actions saved one 14-year-old, three 15-year-olds, one 16-year-old, and two 17-year-olds from lives that were being exploited by abuse and danger. These results underscore that when law enforcement, government agencies, advocacy groups, and community members join forces, we can make a difference.”
Individuals charged as of February 4 for allegedly engaging in human sex trafficking and/or pandering include:
- Jamaree Javanglyn Beckly (DOB 12/31/00) charged in case 25CMCF00125 with one felony count of human trafficking of a minor for a commercial sex act; and one felony count of pandering an adult.
Beckly was arrested by the LAPD on January 23. He pleaded not guilty to both charges at arraignment on January 27. A preliminary hearing setting is scheduled February 10 in Dept. 14 of the Compton Courthouse.
If convicted as charged, Beckly faces a maximum sentence of 13 years and four months in prison.
The case is being prosecuted by Deputy District Attorney Destiny Ramsey of the Human Sex Trafficking Section.
- William Dixon III (DOB 12/21/93), Dvon Davonte Langhaslip (DOB 6/8/91); and Osborne Brown (DOB 7/15/90) are charged in case 25CMCF00139 with one felony count each of pandering by encouraging.
All three defendants were arrested by the LAPD on January 27. They each pleaded not guilty to their respective charges at arraignment on January 30. A preliminary hearing is scheduled February 11 in Dept. 8 of the Compton Courthouse.
If convicted as charged Dixon faces a maximum sentence of seven years in prison; Langhaslip six years in prison; and Brown 12 years in prison.
The case is being prosecuted by Deputy District Attorney Destiny Ramsey of the Human Sex Trafficking Section.
- Albert Walker (DOB 4/14/90) is charged in case 25CMCF00161 with one felony count of pimping.
Walker pleaded not guilty at arraignment on February 3. The defendant was ordered to stay away from the Figueroa Corridor and the victim. A preliminary hearing setting is scheduled February 19 in Dept. 10 of the Compton Courthouse.
If convicted as charged, Walker faces a maximum sentence of six years in prison.
The case is being prosecuted by Assistant Head Deputy District Attorney Linda Kwon of the Sex Crimes Division.
Additional human trafficking cases that are filed by LADA will be updated and made available via a news release.
On January 22, District Attorney Hochman held a news conference in the Figueroa Corridor with other law enforcement and city officials to announce charges against three individuals who allegedly engaged in human sex trafficking and/or pandering of multiple victims.
The following individuals were charged:
- Derran Adkins (DOB 12/03/1997) is charged in case 25CJCF00109 with one felony count of human trafficking of a minor for a commercial sex act by force, fear, fraud, or threat of injury; and one felony count of human trafficking of an adult. He also faces allegations of personal infliction of great bodily injury during the commission of these offenses. He faces a third strike sentence on the current charges based on his prior felony convictions.
Adkins pleaded not guilty to both charges at arraignment on January 21. A preliminary hearing setting is scheduled February 24 in Dept. 31 of the Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center.
If convicted as charged, he faces 70 years to life, plus 20 years in state prison.
The case is being prosecuted by Deputy District Attorney Emily Chai.
- Fabian Gilbert (DOB 4/25/2004) is charged in case 24CMCF02114 with one felony count of pandering; and one count of felony possession of a firearm by a felon. He faces a special allegation of committing a new felony offense while out on bail.
Gilbert pleaded not guilty to both charges at arraignment on December 31, 2024. A preliminary hearing setting is scheduled February 10 in Dept. 10 of the Compton Courthouse.
If convicted as charged Gilbert faces eight years, eight months in prison.
The case is being prosecuted by Deputy District Attorney Emily Chai.
- Kevin Thomas (DOB 04/30/1999) is charged in case 24CMCF01983 with one felony count of pandering. He also faces an allegation of having a prior conviction for a serious or violent felony.
Thomas pleaded not guilty during at arraignment on November 22, 2024. A jury trial is scheduled to begin February 18 in Dept. D of the Compton Courthouse.
If convicted as charged he faces 12 years in prison.