Signals
The Human Trafficking Hotline has received 8,865 signals since its inception.
Cases
Since its inception, the Human Trafficking Hotline has identified 2,556 cases of human trafficking. 4,909 victims were identified in these cases.
Missouri
Human trafficking is a form of modern slavery that occurs in every state, including Missouri. The NHTH works closely with service providers, law enforcement, and other professionals in Missouri to serve victims and survivors of trafficking, respond to human trafficking cases, and share information and resources.
Learn more about human trafficking in Missouri by browsing the hotline statistics, resources, and local events listings below.
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All Time Statistics (Since 2007)
Statistics by Year
2025
Signals Received in 2025
592
signals were received by the Hotline in 2025 from Missouri.
177
signals received were from victims or survivors of human trafficking
How do contacts hear about the hotline?
It is helpful for us to learn how people hear about the Hotline so that we can strategically advertise to reach more victims and survivors. However, we are not always able to collect this information during every conversation.
Ways the Hotline was Found
Other
509
How do contacts reach the hotline?
People can contact the Hotline by phone, text, online chat, online form, and email. Most people contact us by phone or text.
Signal Types
Hotline Call
351
Online Report
122
SMS Report
75
Web Chat
30
Email Received
14
Cases Identified in 2025
275
cases were identified in 2025.
456
victims were involved in these cases. Cases can involve multiple victims.
What types of trafficking cases were reported?
The Hotline receives tips about situations involving sex trafficking, labor trafficking, sex & labor trafficking, as well as situations where the type of trafficking may be unknown or not specified.
Types of Trafficking
Sex
183
Labor
24
Sex and Labor
21
Venues for Sex Trafficking
Residence-Based Commercial Sex
27
Online Ad, Venue Unknown
16
Hotel/Motel-Based
16
Pornography
8
Illicit Massage/Spa Business
4
Street-Based
3
Other
99
Venues for Labor Trafficking
Restaurant/Food Service
4
Other
21
What was the primary request in each case?
People contact the hotline to report a tip, request a referral, or reach out for crisis-related services such as immediate shelter or crisis response.
Requests on Human Trafficking Cases
Report a Trafficking Tip
171
Access Service Referrals
84
Request Crisis Assistance
17
Other
3
Case Demographics
The Hotline only collects demographic information for victims and survivors in a trafficking situation when appropriate. These numbers are not cumulative as one case could involve multiple victims and survivors.
Ages
Adults
168
Minors
91
Sex
Females
218
Males
56
2024
Signals Received in 2024
696
signals were received by the Hotline in 2024 from Missouri.
167
signals received were from victims or survivors of human trafficking
How do contacts hear about the hotline?
It is helpful for us to learn how people hear about the Hotline so that we can strategically advertise to reach more victims and survivors. However, we are not always able to collect this information during every conversation.
Ways the Hotline was Found
Referral
3
Other
693
How do contacts reach the hotline?
People can contact the Hotline by phone, text, online chat, online form, and email. Most people contact us by phone or text.
Signal Types
Hotline Call
345
Online Report
183
SMS Report
75
Email Received
50
Web Chat
43
Cases Identified in 2024
272
cases were identified in 2024.
539
victims were involved in these cases. Cases can involve multiple victims.
What types of trafficking cases were reported?
The Hotline receives tips about situations involving sex trafficking, labor trafficking, sex & labor trafficking, as well as situations where the type of trafficking may be unknown or not specified.
Types of Trafficking
Sex
191
Labor
42
Sex and Labor
15
Venues for Sex Trafficking
Residence-Based Commercial Sex
26
Hotel/Motel-Based
18
Pornography
10
Street-Based
8
Truck Stop-Based
3
Escort/Delivery Service
3
Bar/Club
3
Other
122
Venues for Labor Trafficking
Construction
9
Hospitality
5
Domestic Work
4
Restaurant/Food Service
3
Agriculture/Farms
3
Other
19
What was the primary request in each case?
People contact the hotline to report a tip, request a referral, or reach out for crisis-related services such as immediate shelter or crisis response.
Requests on Human Trafficking Cases
Report a Trafficking Tip
188
Access Service Referrals
76
Request Crisis Assistance
8
Case Demographics
The Hotline only collects demographic information for victims and survivors in a trafficking situation when appropriate. These numbers are not cumulative as one case could involve multiple victims and survivors.
Ages
Adults
180
Minors
94
Sex
Females
196
Males
49
2023
Signals Received in 2023
686
signals were received by the Hotline in 2023 from Missouri.
155
signals received were from victims or survivors of human trafficking
How do contacts hear about the hotline?
It is helpful for us to learn how people hear about the Hotline so that we can strategically advertise to reach more victims and survivors. However, we are not always able to collect this information during every conversation.
Ways the Hotline was Found
Other
686
How do contacts reach the hotline?
People can contact the Hotline by phone, text, online chat, online form, and email. Most people contact us by phone or text.
Signal Types
Hotline Call
324
Online Report
200
SMS Report
115
Email Received
32
Web Chat
15
Cases Identified in 2023
247
cases were identified in 2023.
356
victims were involved in these cases. Cases can involve multiple victims.
What types of trafficking cases were reported?
The Hotline receives tips about situations involving sex trafficking, labor trafficking, sex & labor trafficking, as well as situations where the type of trafficking may be unknown or not specified.
Types of Trafficking
Sex
188
Labor
19
Sex and Labor
19
Venues for Sex Trafficking
Residence-Based Commercial Sex
23
Hotel/Motel-Based
22
Pornography
19
Online Ad, Venue Unknown
10
Illicit Massage/Spa Business
4
Escort/Delivery Service
3
Street-Based
3
Other
109
Venues for Labor Trafficking
Domestic Work
7
Other
18
What was the primary request in each case?
People contact the hotline to report a tip, request a referral, or reach out for crisis-related services such as immediate shelter or crisis response.
Requests on Human Trafficking Cases
Report a Trafficking Tip
176
Access Service Referrals
59
Request Crisis Assistance
12
Case Demographics
The Hotline only collects demographic information for victims and survivors in a trafficking situation when appropriate. These numbers are not cumulative as one case could involve multiple victims and survivors.
Ages
Adults
143
Minors
106
Sex
Females
178
Males
35
2022
Signals Received in 2022
851
signals were received by the Hotline in 2022 from Missouri.
228
signals received were from victims or survivors of human trafficking
How do contacts hear about the hotline?
It is helpful for us to learn how people hear about the Hotline so that we can strategically advertise to reach more victims and survivors. However, we are not always able to collect this information during every conversation.
Ways the Hotline was Found
Referral
54
Internet
3
Other
794
How do contacts reach the hotline?
People can contact the Hotline by phone, text, online chat, online form, and email. Most people contact us by phone or text.
Signal Types
Hotline Call
427
SMS Report
208
Online Report
182
Email Received
27
Web Chat
7
Cases Identified in 2022
238
cases were identified in 2022.
403
victims were involved in these cases. Cases can involve multiple victims.
What types of trafficking cases were reported?
The Hotline receives tips about situations involving sex trafficking, labor trafficking, sex & labor trafficking, as well as situations where the type of trafficking may be unknown or not specified.
Types of Trafficking
Sex
179
Labor
29
Sex and Labor
14
Venues for Sex Trafficking
Pornography
31
Residence-Based Commercial Sex
21
Hotel/Motel-Based
11
Online Ad, Venue Unknown
9
Illicit Massage/Spa Business
3
Street-Based
3
Other
101
Venues for Labor Trafficking
Domestic Work
6
Illicit Activity
6
Restaurant/Food Service
4
Housekeeping/Cleaning Service
3
Other
19
What was the primary request in each case?
People contact the hotline to report a tip, request a referral, or reach out for crisis-related services such as immediate shelter or crisis response.
Requests on Human Trafficking Cases
Report a Trafficking Tip
171
Access Service Referrals
59
Request Crisis Assistance
8
Case Demographics
The Hotline only collects demographic information for victims and survivors in a trafficking situation when appropriate. These numbers are not cumulative as one case could involve multiple victims and survivors.
Ages
Adults
133
Minors
102
Sex
Females
200
Males
26
2021
Signals Received in 2021
1,093
signals were received by the Hotline in 2021 from Missouri.
342
signals received were from victims or survivors of human trafficking
How do contacts hear about the hotline?
It is helpful for us to learn how people hear about the Hotline so that we can strategically advertise to reach more victims and survivors. However, we are not always able to collect this information during every conversation.
Ways the Hotline was Found
Internet
70
Referral
66
Other
957
How do contacts reach the hotline?
People can contact the Hotline by phone, text, online chat, online form, and email. Most people contact us by phone or text.
Signal Types
Hotline Call
652
SMS Report
201
Online Report
185
Email Received
45
Web Chat
10
Cases Identified in 2021
240
cases were identified in 2021.
327
victims were involved in these cases. Cases can involve multiple victims.
What types of trafficking cases were reported?
The Hotline receives tips about situations involving sex trafficking, labor trafficking, sex & labor trafficking, as well as situations where the type of trafficking may be unknown or not specified.
Types of Trafficking
Sex
210
Labor
15
Sex and Labor
6
Venues for Sex Trafficking
Pornography
47
Hotel/Motel-Based
19
Online Ad, Venue Unknown
6
Residence-Based Commercial Sex
6
Street-Based
5
Escort/Delivery Service
4
Illicit Massage/Spa Business
3
Truck Stop-Based
3
Other
117
Venues for Labor Trafficking
Domestic Work
4
Illicit Activity
3
Other
11
What was the primary request in each case?
People contact the hotline to report a tip, request a referral, or reach out for crisis-related services such as immediate shelter or crisis response.
Requests on Human Trafficking Cases
Report a Trafficking Tip
166
Access Service Referrals
53
Request Crisis Assistance
21
Case Demographics
The Hotline only collects demographic information for victims and survivors in a trafficking situation when appropriate. These numbers are not cumulative as one case could involve multiple victims and survivors.
Ages
Adults
129
Minors
102
Sex
Females
213
Males
20
2020
Signals Received in 2020
948
signals were received by the Hotline in 2020 from Missouri.
355
signals received were from victims or survivors of human trafficking
How do contacts hear about the hotline?
It is helpful for us to learn how people hear about the Hotline so that we can strategically advertise to reach more victims and survivors. However, we are not always able to collect this information during every conversation.
Ways the Hotline was Found
Internet
23
Referral
12
Other
913
How do contacts reach the hotline?
People can contact the Hotline by phone, text, online chat, online form, and email. Most people contact us by phone or text.
Signal Types
Hotline Call
671
SMS Report
157
Online Report
75
Email Received
26
Web Chat
19
Cases Identified in 2020
270
cases were identified in 2020.
448
victims were involved in these cases. Cases can involve multiple victims.
What types of trafficking cases were reported?
The Hotline receives tips about situations involving sex trafficking, labor trafficking, sex & labor trafficking, as well as situations where the type of trafficking may be unknown or not specified.
Types of Trafficking
Sex
231
Labor
10
Sex and Labor
10
Venues for Sex Trafficking
Pornography
38
Illicit Massage/Spa Business
17
Residence-Based Commercial Sex
14
Hotel/Motel-Based
14
Online Ad, Venue Unknown
13
Escort/Delivery Service
7
Truck Stop-Based
3
Other
125
Venues for Labor Trafficking
Construction
4
Illicit Activity
3
Restaurant/Food Service
3
Other
8
What was the primary request in each case?
People contact the hotline to report a tip, request a referral, or reach out for crisis-related services such as immediate shelter or crisis response.
Requests on Human Trafficking Cases
Report a Trafficking Tip
200
Access Service Referrals
60
Request Crisis Assistance
10
Case Demographics
The Hotline only collects demographic information for victims and survivors in a trafficking situation when appropriate. These numbers are not cumulative as one case could involve multiple victims and survivors.
Ages
Adults
152
Minors
102
Sex
Females
236
Males
26
2019
Signals Received in 2019
641
signals were received by the Hotline in 2019 from Missouri.
153
signals received were from victims or survivors of human trafficking
How do contacts hear about the hotline?
It is helpful for us to learn how people hear about the Hotline so that we can strategically advertise to reach more victims and survivors. However, we are not always able to collect this information during every conversation.
Ways the Hotline was Found
Referral
43
Internet
30
Training/Conference
7
DOS Know Your Rights Pamphlet
6
Print Media
3
Other
552
How do contacts reach the hotline?
People can contact the Hotline by phone, text, online chat, online form, and email. Most people contact us by phone or text.
Signal Types
Hotline Call
457
SMS Report
78
Online Report
65
Email Received
21
Web Chat
20
Cases Identified in 2019
233
cases were identified in 2019.
477
victims were involved in these cases. Cases can involve multiple victims.
What types of trafficking cases were reported?
The Hotline receives tips about situations involving sex trafficking, labor trafficking, sex & labor trafficking, as well as situations where the type of trafficking may be unknown or not specified.
Types of Trafficking
Sex
182
Labor
22
Sex and Labor
7
Venues for Sex Trafficking
Pornography
21
Illicit Massage/Spa Business
20
Residence-Based Commercial Sex
20
Online Ad, Venue Unknown
9
Hotel/Motel-Based
7
Street-Based
7
Escort/Delivery Service
4
Other
96
Venues for Labor Trafficking
Domestic Work
6
Hospitality
4
Traveling Sales Crew
3
Other
10
What was the primary request in each case?
People contact the hotline to report a tip, request a referral, or reach out for crisis-related services such as immediate shelter or crisis response.
Requests on Human Trafficking Cases
Report a Trafficking Tip
157
Access Service Referrals
52
Request Crisis Assistance
24
Case Demographics
The Hotline only collects demographic information for victims and survivors in a trafficking situation when appropriate. These numbers are not cumulative as one case could involve multiple victims and survivors.
Ages
Adults
129
Minors
69
Sex
Females
200
Males
24
2018
Signals Received in 2018
595
signals were received by the Hotline in 2018 from Missouri.
86
signals received were from victims or survivors of human trafficking
How do contacts hear about the hotline?
It is helpful for us to learn how people hear about the Hotline so that we can strategically advertise to reach more victims and survivors. However, we are not always able to collect this information during every conversation.
Ways the Hotline was Found
Internet
29
Referral
24
Truckers Against Trafficking Outreach
9
DOS Know Your Rights Pamphlet
8
Training/Conference
6
Radio
3
Other
516
How do contacts reach the hotline?
People can contact the Hotline by phone, text, online chat, online form, and email. Most people contact us by phone or text.
Signal Types
Hotline Call
458
Online Report
65
SMS Report
43
Web Chat
16
Email Received
13
Cases Identified in 2018
177
cases were identified in 2018.
500
victims were involved in these cases. Cases can involve multiple victims.
What types of trafficking cases were reported?
The Hotline receives tips about situations involving sex trafficking, labor trafficking, sex & labor trafficking, as well as situations where the type of trafficking may be unknown or not specified.
Types of Trafficking
Sex
136
Labor
22
Sex and Labor
10
Venues for Sex Trafficking
Illicit Massage/Spa Business
14
Pornography
13
Online Ad, Venue Unknown
12
Escort/Delivery Service
11
Residence-Based Commercial Sex
8
Truck Stop-Based
8
Hotel/Motel-Based
7
Street-Based
5
Other
62
Venues for Labor Trafficking
Landscaping Service
5
Agriculture/Farms
4
Hospitality
3
Other
12
What was the primary request in each case?
People contact the hotline to report a tip, request a referral, or reach out for crisis-related services such as immediate shelter or crisis response.
Requests on Human Trafficking Cases
Report a Trafficking Tip
150
Access Service Referrals
17
Request Crisis Assistance
10
Case Demographics
The Hotline only collects demographic information for victims and survivors in a trafficking situation when appropriate. These numbers are not cumulative as one case could involve multiple victims and survivors.
Ages
Adults
63
Minors
44
Sex
Females
105
Males
21
2017
Signals Received in 2017
543
signals were received by the Hotline in 2017 from Missouri.
79
signals received were from victims or survivors of human trafficking
How do contacts hear about the hotline?
It is helpful for us to learn how people hear about the Hotline so that we can strategically advertise to reach more victims and survivors. However, we are not always able to collect this information during every conversation.
Ways the Hotline was Found
Internet
51
Referral
23
Training/Conference
10
Truckers Against Trafficking Outreach
8
DOS Know Your Rights Pamphlet
6
Other
445
How do contacts reach the hotline?
People can contact the Hotline by phone, text, online chat, online form, and email. Most people contact us by phone or text.
Signal Types
Hotline Call
451
Online Report
60
Email Received
23
SMS Report
9
Cases Identified in 2017
147
cases were identified in 2017.
307
victims were involved in these cases. Cases can involve multiple victims.
What types of trafficking cases were reported?
The Hotline receives tips about situations involving sex trafficking, labor trafficking, sex & labor trafficking, as well as situations where the type of trafficking may be unknown or not specified.
Types of Trafficking
Sex
115
Labor
16
Sex and Labor
8
Venues for Sex Trafficking
Illicit Massage/Spa Business
17
Residence-Based Commercial Sex
12
Hotel/Motel-Based
12
Escort/Delivery Service
9
Online Ad, Venue Unknown
8
Truck Stop-Based
8
Pornography
5
Other
46
Venues for Labor Trafficking
Traveling Sales Crew
3
Hospitality
3
Other
13
What was the primary request in each case?
People contact the hotline to report a tip, request a referral, or reach out for crisis-related services such as immediate shelter or crisis response.
Requests on Human Trafficking Cases
Report a Trafficking Tip
122
Access Service Referrals
15
Request Crisis Assistance
9
Case Demographics
The Hotline only collects demographic information for victims and survivors in a trafficking situation when appropriate. These numbers are not cumulative as one case could involve multiple victims and survivors.
Ages
Adults
86
Minors
46
Sex
Females
118
Males
23
2016
Signals Received in 2016
512
signals were received by the Hotline in 2016 from Missouri.
76
signals received were from victims or survivors of human trafficking
How do contacts hear about the hotline?
It is helpful for us to learn how people hear about the Hotline so that we can strategically advertise to reach more victims and survivors. However, we are not always able to collect this information during every conversation.
Ways the Hotline was Found
Internet
30
Referral
26
DOS Know Your Rights Pamphlet
8
Print Media
5
Truckers Against Trafficking Outreach
3
Other
440
How do contacts reach the hotline?
People can contact the Hotline by phone, text, online chat, online form, and email. Most people contact us by phone or text.
Signal Types
Hotline Call
421
Email Received
49
Online Report
25
SMS Report
17
Cases Identified in 2016
141
cases were identified in 2016.
489
victims were involved in these cases. Cases can involve multiple victims.
What types of trafficking cases were reported?
The Hotline receives tips about situations involving sex trafficking, labor trafficking, sex & labor trafficking, as well as situations where the type of trafficking may be unknown or not specified.
Types of Trafficking
Sex
99
Labor
26
Sex and Labor
7
Venues for Sex Trafficking
Online Ad, Venue Unknown
14
Residence-Based Commercial Sex
13
Hotel/Motel-Based
12
Illicit Massage/Spa Business
7
Escort/Delivery Service
6
Truck Stop-Based
5
Street-Based
5
Other
40
Venues for Labor Trafficking
Traveling Sales Crew
5
Landscaping Service
4
Health & Beauty Services
3
Illicit Activity
3
Agriculture/Farms
3
Other
12
What was the primary request in each case?
People contact the hotline to report a tip, request a referral, or reach out for crisis-related services such as immediate shelter or crisis response.
Requests on Human Trafficking Cases
Report a Trafficking Tip
110
Access Service Referrals
16
Request Crisis Assistance
15
Case Demographics
The Hotline only collects demographic information for victims and survivors in a trafficking situation when appropriate. These numbers are not cumulative as one case could involve multiple victims and survivors.
Ages
Adults
86
Minors
57
Sex
Females
118
Males
32
2015
Signals Received in 2015
499
signals were received by the Hotline in 2015 from Missouri.
147
signals received were from victims or survivors of human trafficking
How do contacts hear about the hotline?
It is helpful for us to learn how people hear about the Hotline so that we can strategically advertise to reach more victims and survivors. However, we are not always able to collect this information during every conversation.
Ways the Hotline was Found
Internet
73
Referral
28
DOS Know Your Rights Pamphlet
6
Truckers Against Trafficking Outreach
4
Television
3
Other
385
How do contacts reach the hotline?
People can contact the Hotline by phone, text, online chat, online form, and email. Most people contact us by phone or text.
Signal Types
Hotline Call
374
Email Received
69
SMS Report
36
Online Report
20
Cases Identified in 2015
72
cases were identified in 2015.
142
victims were involved in these cases. Cases can involve multiple victims.
What types of trafficking cases were reported?
The Hotline receives tips about situations involving sex trafficking, labor trafficking, sex & labor trafficking, as well as situations where the type of trafficking may be unknown or not specified.
Types of Trafficking
Sex
62
Labor
4
Venues for Sex Trafficking
Residence-Based Commercial Sex
8
Illicit Massage/Spa Business
6
Online Ad, Venue Unknown
6
Hotel/Motel-Based
6
Truck Stop-Based
5
Escort/Delivery Service
5
Pornography
3
Street-Based
3
Other
20
Venues for Labor Trafficking
Other
5
What was the primary request in each case?
People contact the hotline to report a tip, request a referral, or reach out for crisis-related services such as immediate shelter or crisis response.
Requests on Human Trafficking Cases
Report a Trafficking Tip
48
Access Service Referrals
18
Request Crisis Assistance
5
Case Demographics
The Hotline only collects demographic information for victims and survivors in a trafficking situation when appropriate. These numbers are not cumulative as one case could involve multiple victims and survivors.
Ages
Adults
46
Minors
23
Sex
Females
67
Males
4
2007-2014
Signals Received in 2007-2014
1,209
signals were received by the Hotline in 2007-2014 from Missouri.
32
signals received were from victims or survivors of human trafficking
How do contacts hear about the hotline?
It is helpful for us to learn how people hear about the Hotline so that we can strategically advertise to reach more victims and survivors. However, we are not always able to collect this information during every conversation.
Ways the Hotline was Found
Internet
182
Referral
106
DOS Know Your Rights Pamphlet
77
Television
37
Print Media
31
Training/Conference
25
Billboard
10
Truckers Against Trafficking Outreach
8
Radio
7
Other
726
How do contacts reach the hotline?
People can contact the Hotline by phone, text, online chat, online form, and email. Most people contact us by phone or text.
Signal Types
Hotline Call
1,088
Email Received
73
Online Report
32
SMS Report
16
Cases Identified in 2007-2014
244
cases were identified in 2007-2014.
465
victims were involved in these cases. Cases can involve multiple victims.
What types of trafficking cases were reported?
The Hotline receives tips about situations involving sex trafficking, labor trafficking, sex & labor trafficking, as well as situations where the type of trafficking may be unknown or not specified.
Types of Trafficking
Sex
158
Labor
56
Sex and Labor
6
Venues for Sex Trafficking
Online Ad, Venue Unknown
21
Hotel/Motel-Based
13
Residence-Based Commercial Sex
11
Truck Stop-Based
10
Illicit Massage/Spa Business
9
Escort/Delivery Service
9
Street-Based
7
Pornography
5
Other
74
Venues for Labor Trafficking
Domestic Work
10
Traveling Sales Crew
10
Restaurant/Food Service
9
Health & Beauty Services
3
Landscaping Service
3
Peddling Ring
3
Agriculture/Farms
3
Hospitality
3
Other
15
What was the primary request in each case?
People contact the hotline to report a tip, request a referral, or reach out for crisis-related services such as immediate shelter or crisis response.
Requests on Human Trafficking Cases
Report a Trafficking Tip
149
Access Service Referrals
58
Request Crisis Assistance
29
Request T&TA
5
Request General Information
3
Case Demographics
The Hotline only collects demographic information for victims and survivors in a trafficking situation when appropriate. These numbers are not cumulative as one case could involve multiple victims and survivors.
Ages
Adults
152
Minors
84
Sex
Females
207
Males
39
National Human Trafficking Referral Directory
This online Referral Directory is made up of anti-trafficking organizations and programs that offer emergency, transitional, or long-term services to victims and survivors of human trafficking as well as those that provide resources and opportunities in the anti-trafficking field.
Human Trafficking Hotline Statistics
50,123
signals were received by the Hotline in 2021. Includes calls, texts, and online chats and tips.