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By Stew Kernan

Greater Sudbury Police were one of 21 police services recently involved in Operation Northern Spotlight — which focused on human trafficking.

Two people were charged including 45-year old Douglas Bright who faces several charges including trafficking in persons under 18.

Toronto Police Inspector Joanna Beaven-Desjardins says officials pre-arranged to meet with people across Ontario suspected of taking part in the sex trade, potentially against their will.

Police were able to ensure the safety of six teens who had been working in the sex trade as a minor or against their will — all females raging in age from 14 to 19 years old.