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Buffalo man charged with child sex trafficking following investigation in Lancaster

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A Buffalo man has been arrested and charged with sexual exploitation of children following an investigation in Lancaster.

The Erie County Sheriff’s Office said that on June 27, Lancaster City Detectives identified a minor female victim of sex trafficking at a motel. An undercover operation led to the arrest of 21-year-old Andrell Montgomery and a 16-year-old juvenile was safely released to her family.

Montgomery was charged with sexual trafficking of a child, arraigned in Lancaster City Court and remanded to the Erie County Holding Center on $10,000 cash bail.

“It is critical to foster collaboration between agencies and community partners to combat and raise awareness of victimization and the tragic consequences of human trafficking. If you suspect someone is being coerced into sex or labor, please call local authorities or the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888. Together, we can make a positive impact on our community.”

– John Garcia, Sheriff of Erie County

“The outcome of this investigation is indicative of the great teamwork between the Lancaster Police Department, the Erie County Sheriff’s Office and all members of the Human
Human Trafficking Task Force. This task force is a valuable asset to law enforcement throughout Western New York State.”

– Lancaster Police Chief William Gummo

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