Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, June 10, 2026 —

Two Arrested in Florida Child Sex Trafficking Sting Ahead of World Cup

Law enforcement officials have arrested two individuals in Homestead, Florida, in connection with a child sex trafficking sting operation. The arrests are reportedly in preparation for the upcoming FIFA World Cup matches scheduled to take place in Miami-Dade County.

The arrested individuals have been identified as Mohamed Kazim Latiff, 51, and Tomas Julio Matom Gallego, 23. The details surrounding the operation and the specific charges against the men were not immediately available.

The sting operation comes as the region prepares to host a major international sporting event, highlighting law enforcement efforts to address potential criminal activity associated with large gatherings.

Story summarized from the original created by Chris Gothner on www.local10.com, see more information here.