Former Officer Arrested in Trafficking Raid

Five men, including a former Gallatin police officer, were arrested in a major human trafficking bust in Sumner County, with authorities rescuing nine potential victims and dismantling a trafficking network through coordinated multi-agency efforts. The former officer, Kasim Wayne Barnes, faces serious charges for exploiting a minor and was terminated after his arrest; he’s held on a $1 million bond with his first court date set for June 29. Four other suspects, charged with promoting prostitution and trafficking, also face prosecution, with some receiving reduced bail. Nonprofits provided immediate support to survivors, underscoring the operation’s dual mission: justice for offenders and healing for victims. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/292c7f8c25d1d38e