The idea is to prevent crime. Releasing such info accomplishes that by scarring off potential clients and prostitutes. It also improves their image in the eye of the public. And if they really are going after human trafficking victims (especially minors), it reduces further abuse for the same reason.
For anyone interested there is an interesting article in Today's (8-17-15) Plain Dealer section A page 6.
B.P. once again makes being involved "here" worth every penny.
I read the PD online. Are you referring to the guy who was pimping two 15 year olds in Independence?
No brother, I was talking about the actual paper. There was an article where Cops are using BP to help stop Human Traffic and of course along the way Bust Johns.
oes releasing information like this reduce any claims on entrapment? It seems counter productive to their operation
The idea is to prevent crime. Releasing such info accomplishes that by scarring off potential clients and prostitutes. It also improves their image in the eye of the public. And if they really are going after human trafficking victims (especially minors), it reduces further abuse for the same reason.