WHAT
The Summit provides attendees with an opportunity to learn from fellow practitioners, meet with colleagues, and establish partnerships across the Midwest.
Join us for the 9th Annual Midwest Vice Investigators Summit! The Summit is the leading event for intelligence and methods sharing in the field of Human Trafficking and Vice investigations. Connect with practitioners, gain valuable knowledge, and build relationships with partners from around the Midwest region.
WHO
Law Enforcement Personnel, Prosecutors, and LEO Analysts ONLY!
WHERE
1 N Broadway Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73102
WHEN
October 28th and 29th, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
October 30th, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
INSTRUCTION TOPICS
Learn how to recognize, respond to, and investigate incidents of commercial sex trafficking. This comprehensive course of instruction will provide attendees with step-by-step approaches to detect and deter commercial sex activity. Attendees will observe and participate in practical exercises to develop proactive investigative skillsets.
Hear from seasoned experts as the present case debriefs on federal, state, and locally prosecuted cases. Learn about unique investigative tactics to help target illicit massage businesses, residential brothels. and enterprise-level criminal organizations.
Attendees will learn how to engage, develop, and harness support from community stakeholders and private sector companies in the fight against human trafficking. Instructors will share intelligence-gathering methods, undercover tactics, and tradecraft with attendees. Unit supervisors will be available for consultation and collaboration. Join us for two and a half exciting days of information sharing!
Special
Please dress in layers as the temperature in the room may vary. Casual dress is encouraged.
Participants are responsible for their travel, lodging, and meals.
FOR HOTEL RESERVATIONS
A block of rooms has been reserved at the Sheraton Oklahoma City Downtown Hotel, 1 N Broadway Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73102 (405-235-2780). The hotel has graciously agreed to offer rooms at the government rate of $116/night. When making reservations, please call 1-800-325-3535 and use the code "GY4 Midwest Vice Investigators". OR reserve online using the following link: https://bit.ly/OKCSheraton.
We recommend booking your hotel as soon as you register for the course.
INSTRUCTORS
Members of the Tulsa PD, Oklahoma City PD, Wichita PD, and Overland Park PD Vice Units
Questions? - Contact Derrick Wilczek - derrick.wilczek@opkansas.org, Jeff Coffey - jeffrey.coffey@okc.gov, or Nick Wheeler - nwheeler@cityoftulsa.org