Human trafficking often goes unnoticed, but it's happening closer to home than many realize. In this episode of NCSO 360, we're joined by one of our deputies who has years of experience investigating sex crimes as well as the victim specialist for the State Attorney's Office and co-chair of the Northeast Florida Human Trafficking Coalition for an in-depth conversation about this hidden crime. Together, they break down the red flags everyone should know, what human trafficking actually looks like in real life, and how traffickers operate within our community. Most importantly, this episode highlights how awareness, reporting, and community involvement play a critical role in prevention and protecting victims.

In this episode of NCSO 360, Sheriff Bill Leeper looks back on a year of progress and community impact at the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office. Highlights include the opening of the new Public Safety Training Complex, major criminal investigations focused on protecting children, growth within the agency and K9 Unit, successful community outreach events, and significant reductions in overdose and fentanyl-related deaths. The episode wraps up with a look ahead to the year to come and a message of thanks to the Nassau County community.

In this episode of NCSO 360, we sit down with Detective Josh Carter to take you inside Special Operation Stuffed Animals. The multi-phase, undercover initiative targeted individuals attempting to commit sexual crimes against children. Det. Carter discusses who these suspects really area, what parents need to know to keep their children safe online, and the steps NCSO is taking to stay ahead of those who prey on children.