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Law Enforcement Steps Up: 6 Arrested in World Cup Human Trafficking Sting

By Brett Fletcher

While the world turns its attention to the excitement of the FIFA World Cup, law enforcement agencies in our region are focusing on a much darker reality. Major international sporting events bring incredible economic and cultural energy to host communities, but they also unfortunately create a breeding ground for traffickers looking to exploit vulnerable individuals.

In response, a massive multi-agency task force recently launched Operation “Red Card,” a proactive enforcement sting aimed directly at human trafficking, child exploitation, and commercial s*x acts.

The Rhode Island State Police, alongside local and federal partners, announced the arrest of six individuals connected to the operation.

The Arrests and Charges

The ongoing investigation has led to major charges ranging from solicitation to federal-level child exploitation. Here is who was arrested:

Richard Lallier (34, Rehoboth, MA): Arraigned in US District Court and held without bail. Charged with Federal Attempted Enticement, Attempted Interstate Travel for S*xual Contact with a Minor, and Attempted Transmission of Obscene Material to a Minor.

Joshua Lincoln (27, North Providence, RI): Released on personal recognizance. Charged with Indecent Solicitation of a Minor and Electronically Disseminating Indecent Material to a Minor.

Jacob Palazzo (26, Cranston, RI): Released on personal recognizance. Charged with Indecent Solicitation of a Minor.

Franco Miccoli (60, Johnston, RI): Released on personal recognizance. Charged with Procurement of S*xual Conduct for a Fee.

Travis Shaw (38, Tiverton, RI): Released on personal recognizance. Charged with Electronically Disseminating Indecent Material to a Minor.

Rocky Joseph (38, Central Falls, RI): Released on personal recognizance. Charged with Electronically Disseminating Indecent Material to a Minor.

Full Article:

https://www.trinitymountministries.com/2026/06/law-enforcement-steps-up-6-arrested-in.html?m=1

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