Gwinnett County Man Charged with Human Trafficking After Robbery Investigation

Police say the suspect was arrested twice as part of the investigation.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

A 28-year-old Gwinnett County man named Changze Li has been charged with human trafficking, pimping, and other crimes after a robbery investigation led police to uncover an alleged prostitution operation. Li was first arrested in January after officers responded to a robbery call, and was later arrested again in a sting operation set up by VICE investigators.

Why it matters

This case highlights the complex connections between different types of criminal activity, as well as the challenges law enforcement faces in combating human trafficking and prostitution. It also raises questions about how these crimes can be more effectively prevented and addressed in the community.

The details

In the initial incident on January 20, police responded to a robbery call and encountered Li, who let them into an apartment where they found 30-year-old Dominique Gray bleeding from his hand. Gray was charged with several crimes, while Li was charged with pimping and keeping a place of prostitution. Weeks later, VICE investigators found an online listing they believed was connected to prostitution and Li's phone number, leading them to set up an undercover sting where they arrested Li again on additional charges.

  • On January 20, police responded to a robbery call in Duluth, Georgia.
  • In the following weeks, VICE investigators found an online listing they believed was connected to prostitution and Li's phone number.

The players

Changze Li

A 28-year-old Gwinnett County man who has been charged with human trafficking, pimping, and other crimes.

Dominique Gray

A 30-year-old man who was charged with reckless conduct, pandering, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, armed robbery, aggravated assault, false imprisonment, and kidnapping.

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What’s next

Li is currently being held in the Gwinnett County Jail without bond, and the investigation is ongoing.

The takeaway

This case highlights the complex connections between different types of criminal activity and the challenges law enforcement faces in combating human trafficking and prostitution. It underscores the need for continued vigilance and collaboration to address these issues in the community.