As part of the Boston Police Department’s ongoing efforts to address human trafficking concerns, seven individuals were taken into custody during a recent operation which took place on Saturday June 13, 2026, in Boston.
Officers arrested Angelo Furtado, 54-years-old, Darren Francisque, 24-years-old, Matthew Fitzpatrick, 26-years-old, Rev. Mahayaye-Vineetha Thero, 32-years-old, Sundararajan Vaidyanathan, 56-years-old, Timothy Sitorus, 42-years-old, and Yaseen Ahmad, 19-years-old.
All suspects are expected to be arraigned in Boston Municipal Court on charges of Sex for a Fee.
The Boston Police Department remains committed to identifying and rescuing victims of trafficking and holding offenders accountable. Anyone with information related to human trafficking is urged to contact the Boston Police Human Trafficking Unit at (617) 343-6533.
Community members who wish to provide information anonymously may do so through the CrimeStoppers Tip Line:
By Phone: 1-800-494-TIPS
By Text: Text “TIP” to CRIME (27463)
Online: Boston Police CrimeStoppers
Photos and videos related to the investigation can also be submitted anonymously via CrimeStoppers. The Boston Police Department strictly protects the identities of those who assist in investigations anonymously.