Human trafficking is now a global epidemic, representing a serious infringement of human rights that impacts millions of individuals worldwide. This illicit practice exploits victims through coercion, deception or the abuse of power, pushing them into forced labor, sexual exploitation and other unsavory activities.

Sacramento County law enforcement will now work with the California Attorney General's Office and Homeland Security in a new task force aimed at combating human trafficking.

The task force will combine resources from federal, state and local agencies to root out sexual and labor-related exploitation, authorities said.

New Orleans FBI Special Agent in Charge Lyonel Myrthil says the department leads a child exploitation and human trafficking task force for the city. With the Super Bowl in town, the FBI is adding their 55 field offices and state and local partners to help out.

Sacramento county law enforcement partner with the California department of justice and homeland security to fight human trafficking crisis in the capital city.

The Sacramento Regional Human Trafficking Task Force is being launched to combat trafficking and support survivors.