Texas Tech student Cross Warnock gives readers a glimpse into the life of a man whose profession is based on what he calls “pimpin.’” Through his eyes and local professionals who have first-hand experience in dealing with victims, Warnock delves into “The Life & The Trade.” Please follow the three links to learn more about […]
In My Own Words: Warnock shares his take on covering sex-trafficking
November 1, 2019 by
Local sex-trafficker discusses his “business,” while local experts describe the dangers and consequences in the Hub City. The reality I wrote this story in spring 2019 for my reporting class. While this was not a story that I wanted to pursue at first, I decided it would be a good package for my original story, […]
Missing in West Texas
January 2, 2019 by
On Nov. 17, 2013, Zoe Campos left her house for the last time. After a night at home with Zoe, her sister woke up the next morning, and Zoe was gone. The Campos family reported her missing the next day. Five years later, the Campos family laid Zoe to rest after her remains were recovered […]
Shedding Light on a ‘Silent Problem’
March 8, 2016 by
By Natalie Morales Sex trafficking is the fastest growing criminal enterprise in the world, and West Texas is no exception. According to the National Human Trafficking Resource Center, 433 human trafficking cases were reported in Texas in 2015. The center received 1,731 calls related to trafficking in Texas. Just last month Ukedrian Tyrell Anderson, 18, of Lubbock […]
