Boston woman charged in child sex trafficking investigation
Briefly

Shakera Pina, a 29-year-old woman from Boston, was arrested during an undercover sting operation linked to sex trafficking and child exploitation. She faces multiple charges, including trafficking minors for sexual servitude. The investigation revealed that Pina was involved in facilitating a meet-up for sexual services with a 15-year-old girl, who was safely recovered by law enforcement. Pina, during her attempted arrest, allegedly tried to destroy evidence and resisted officers. She has pleaded not guilty to all charges in court.
"Investigators met a 15-year-old girl at the hotel room and immediately identified themselves as law enforcement. The child was transported to a local hospital for evaluation and care."
"Pina allegedly attempted to destroy evidence in the vehicle while officers approached, ignoring verbal commands by investigators, police said. She was arrested, and police found bags of marijuana."
Read at Boston.com
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