Human trafficking case discovered in Dudley
A case of human trafficking was discovered in Dudley this year, borough chiefs have confirmed.
It comes after the National Crime Agency revealed there are 50 cases of human trafficking discovered each week across the country.
Roger Clayton, independent chair of the children's and adults safeguarding boards in Dudley, said: "We can confirm we have had one case of human trafficking between January and March.
"Dudley's children and adult safeguarding boards, which includes the council and partner agencies, have robust measures in place to raise awareness, address issues and remain vigilant at all times to deal with any risk of human trafficking in the borough."
The case is still being investigated.
There were 566 potential cases of human trafficking were uncovered by police forces, councils, charities and the Home Office in the first three months of this year.
As well as Dudley Borough Council, Birmingham City Council and West Midlands Police are among those investigating cases on their patches.
The most common reason for trafficking is sexual exploitation.
According to the Home Office, the most common reason for an adult being trafficked was sexual exploitation but there were also many cases of people being transported as cheap labour or into domestic servitude.
One case of a person being trafficked for their body organs was also detected during that period.
