The closure of Backpage.com's adult section Monday will not likely have an impact on local human trafficking and investigations into such activity, local officials said.
Backpage.com's Adult Section Closes; Impact On Human Trafficking Doubtful, Lawmen Say
By Monica Vendituoli Staff writer, The Fayetteville Observer
Wed, 01/11/2017 - 2:11pm
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