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6 men arrested after sexual services obtained: Winnipeg police

Six men were arrested, and released, on sexual exploitation-related charges, Winnipeg police said. Michael Draven / Global News

Six men were arrested on sexual exploitation-related charges, Winnipeg police said.

On Wednesday, the six men between 22 and 70 years old were arrested for “obtaining sexual services for consideration” following a sweep under the Indigenous Women and Girls Safety Plan, officers said. Five vehicles were also seized.

Each of the men was released on undertakings, authorities said.

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Police said several people working in the sex trade were offered community resources.

Those with information about exploitation concerns in their community can call the counter exploitation unit at 204-986-3464, or in an emergency, 911.

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