SJPD Shuts Down Human Trafficking Operation at Hotel

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

 

 

On October 1, 2025, the San José Police Department’s Human Trafficking Task Force (HTTF), in conjunction with the Santa Clara County Human Trafficking Task Force, arrested three adult suspects as part of a months-long investigation into an illicit sex trafficking operation at Caravelle Inn located in the 1300 block of North First Street.

Detectives had received several tips regarding suspected sex trafficking at the business. After conducting an extensive joint investigation, SJPD and Santa Clara County HTTF Detectives determined that an elaborate sex trafficking operation was occurring at the location, involving hotel staff and multiple survivors who were being housed there on a long-term basis.

With the assistance of the SJPD MERGE Unit, Detectives executed a search warrant at the business and located six survivors who were provided advocacy resources by onsite Community Solutions victim advocates. Additionally, two adult suspects were cited and released for solicitation.

Three suspects responsible for the operation were arrested: Cong Tien Nguyen, Qi Hong, and Rizaldy Mariano. The suspects were booked into Santa Clara County Main Jail for pimping, pandering, and conspiracy

During the execution of the search warrant, Detectives also located approximately $30,000 in cash. The investigation remains ongoing.

 

 

The San José Police Department is working in partnership with San José Code Enforcement and the San José City Attorney’s Office to ensure that all illicit activities and blight associated with this location are permanently addressed.

This enforcement action represents the first step in SJPD’s broader strategy to combat human trafficking in advance of Super Bowl 60, which will be hosted in the Bay Area in 2026. Large-scale sporting events are historically linked to increases in human trafficking activity, and SJPD is proactively strengthening its enforcement, outreach, and prevention efforts to protect vulnerable populations and safeguard the community.

"As multiple major sporting events quickly approach next year, I want to make it loud and clear that these illegal operations have no place in our city," said SJPD Chief Paul Joseph. "We will stop at nothing to shut them down and protect our most vulnerable community members."

“As San José prepares to step onto the world stage, we’re putting safety first — for residents and visitors alike,” said San José Mayor Matt Mahan. “Large bustling crowds and activity can become a magnet for bad actors, so we’re acting early to stop human traffickers and send a clear message that we will not allow exploitation in San Jose. I want to thank our Police Department for making sure San José is the safest big city in the nation — not just for the big events ahead, but for our neighbors every single day.”

“Human trafficking is a deplorable act that will not be tolerated in this city,” said San José City Manager Jennifer Maguire. “I commend the San José Police Department for their commitment to keeping our community safe, and for their preparation to ensure a welcoming and secure environment as our city prepares to host visitors from around the world for the upcoming major sports events.”

The San José Police Department remains committed to eradicating human trafficking in our community and encourages anyone with information about such activities to contact the Human Trafficking Task Force at (408) 537-1999 or email stopslavery@sanjoseca.gov.

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