Human Trafficking, Prostitution Reduction Program Launched: SJPD

SAN JOSE, CA — San Jose police in an effort to shrink street-level prostitution and human trafficking launched a new program Tuesday that lets residents report suspects who solicit sex workers.

The Report John Program, available on the department's website, is a simple online form to report potential "Johns" and provide information, including photos or license plate data. The form can be accessed with east via a variety of devices, and is the latest addition to a multifaceted approach to reduce street-level prostitution in San Jose.

Councilmember Sylvia Arenas said the program is "a major step forward" and part of a larger effort by her, female councilmembers, police and city administration to improve the city's response to sexual assault, human trafficking, domestic violence and all forms of violence against women. Community members can find the form at www.sjpd.org/_forms/report-.

—Bay City News