15 arrested during Lawton prostitution sting operation

The Lawton Police Department is warning the community about ongoing phone scams.
The Lawton Police Department is warning the community about ongoing phone scams.
Updated: Sep. 30, 2020 at 5:03 PM CDT
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LAWTON, Okla. (TNN) - Lawton police say they managed to arrest 15 people during a prostitution sting operation at a local hotel.

The Lawton Police Department’s Special Operations Unit conducted the operation at a hotel where they arrested four women and two men for engaging in prostitution after they agreed to perform sexual acts for money.

Two other women were arrested for transporting a prostitute and profiting from prostitution. Officials say seven men were arrested for solicitation.

During the bust, police say they also found a victim of human trafficking.

Police also found meth, marijuana, prescription drugs and a firearm during the bust.

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