2 Men Charged in Duluth Robbery and Human Trafficking Probe

One man faces robbery charges, the other pimping charges, after police responded to a robbery call that led to a human trafficking arrest.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Gwinnett County Police in Duluth, Georgia responded to a robbery call on January 20 and arrested two men - Dominique Gray, 40, of Winder, who was charged with reckless conduct, pandering, possession of a firearm by a felon, armed robbery, aggravated assault, false imprisonment and kidnapping, and Changze Li, 28, of Buford, who was later found to be involved in an online prostitution listing and was charged with keeping a place of prostitution, pimping, possession of a firearm during a felony, and human trafficking.

Why it matters

This case highlights the interconnected nature of different types of criminal activity, with a robbery call leading to the discovery of a human trafficking operation. It also underscores the challenges law enforcement faces in addressing complex, multi-faceted crimes that can have serious impacts on vulnerable individuals.

The details

When officers responded to the robbery call, they found Changze Li who allowed them into an apartment. They heard glass breaking and encountered Dominique Gray, who had a bleeding hand. Gray threw his phone at the officers, who then tased him. Gray was arrested on a variety of charges. Later, investigators found an online prostitution listing linked to Li's phone number, leading to an undercover sting where Li was arrested on pimping, human trafficking and other charges.

  • On January 20, police responded to a robbery call in Duluth.
  • On February 9, investigators found an online prostitution listing linked to Changze Li.

The players

Dominique Gray

A 40-year-old man from Winder, Georgia who was arrested on charges of reckless conduct, pandering, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, armed robbery, aggravated assault, false imprisonment and kidnapping.

Changze Li

A 28-year-old man from Buford, Georgia who was arrested on charges of keeping a place of prostitution, pimping, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, and human trafficking.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to work diligently to combat human trafficking and related crimes in our community.”

— Chief J.D. McClure, Gwinnett County Police Department (Patch.com)

What’s next

The suspects are currently being held in the Gwinnett County Jail, and prosecutors will determine if additional charges will be filed.

The takeaway

This case demonstrates the importance of vigilant law enforcement and community awareness in identifying and disrupting interconnected criminal activities like robbery, prostitution, and human trafficking. It highlights the need for comprehensive approaches to address the complex web of exploitation and violence that can occur.