Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport installs emergency phones in bathrooms to combat human trafficking.

Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport has installed emergency phones in all men's, women's, and family bathrooms as a measure to combat human trafficking. The phones directly dial airport police, providing real-time support to victims who may need assistance. In 2021, Virginia saw 179 human trafficking victims identified, prompting the airport to contribute to the fight against this issue.

April 03, 2024
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