The FBI announces the arrests of Kiara Nunez, 21, in Hollywood, and Alexandra Ramirez, 19, in Coral Springs, on August 24, 2020, for their alleged involvement in sex trafficking of minors.

The arrests were made without incident by the Broward County Human Trafficking Task Force. Full time Task Force members include Fort Lauderdale PD, Coral Springs PD, Miramar PD, the Broward County Office of the State Attorney, and the United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida. The task force was established to combat all forms of human trafficking while also providing assistance and resources to address the specialized needs of trafficking victims.

Both defendants are in federal custody and facing federal charges. It is anticipated that their initial appearance will be tomorrow, August 26, 2020, in Fort Lauderdale federal court. Further information is available in PACER.

Other agencies participating in this investigation include the Broward Sheriff’s Office, Davie PD, Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Hollywood PD, and Plantation PD.

The investigation continues.

No further information is being released at this time.

The FBI typically issues press releases for matters pertaining to public safety or requests for public assistance. If anyone has information about an FBI investigation or human trafficking, they are urged to call (754) 703-2000.