Viral posts suggest Google Maps imagery shows a human trafficking plea in L.A., but police say there's no evidence of nefarious activity.

Huston Hughes, 37, who was on active parole for pimping, was arrested for the alleged sexual battery of a teenage girl in Long Beach, police said.

The satellite images showed the words "HELP," TRAFICO," and "LAPD," which can still be seen by plugging in the coordinates 34°03’18’N 118°13’30’W on Google Earth. The location is a lot owned by Union Pacific, situated near several major roads and freeways, and right next to the Cesar Chavez Bridge.

Los Angeles County District Attorney Announces Three Felony Charges in Commercial Sexual Exploitation Crimes During Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman announced felony charges against three individuals accused of human sex trafficking and pandering. The charges underscore his commitment

LAPD has debunked the human trafficking conspiracy theories linked with the viral mysterious ‘help’ messages in Google Maps visuals.

The task force will combine resources from federal, state and local agencies to root out sexual and labor-related exploitation, authorities said.

The couple was arrested in October 2023 after neighbors saw Lantz lock the oldest girl and her teenage brother in a shed and leave the property. A deputy used a crowbar to get them out.

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Disturbing messages asking for help have been spotted in Los Angeles and have been visible on Google Maps for years.

Authorities have seemingly solved a mystery involving eerie messages seen spelled out in scrap building materials in an empty lot in downtown Los Angeles. The satellite images showed the words "HELP," TRAFICO,