Five Men Arrested in Lawrence Sex Sting

Suspects face charges of enticement of a child and attempted rape

Apr. 13, 2026 at 6:23pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of metal handcuffs against a pitch-black background, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic through the use of harsh, direct flash lighting.A targeted sting operation by Lawrence police and state authorities aims to disrupt the demand for the commercial sexual exploitation of minors in the region.Lawrence Today

Police in Lawrence, Massachusetts arrested five men, including a resident of Chelmsford, after an undercover sting operation using a fake online escort ad that appeared to feature a juvenile. The suspects were charged with enticement of a child under 16 and attempt to commit rape, among other counts related to sexual conduct with minors.

Why it matters

The operation is part of an ongoing effort by Lawrence police and Massachusetts State Police to crack down on the commercial sexual exploitation of minors in the region. Undercover stings like this one aim to identify alleged offenders while also creating opportunities to locate and assist exploited youth.

The details

The Lawrence Police Department's Street Narcotics Enforcement Unit worked with the Massachusetts State Police High Risk Victims Unit on the online sting, using a fictitious escort ad portraying a juvenile. Officers directed respondents to a south Lawrence address, then arrested the men as they arrived separately.

  • The sting operation took place on April 13, 2026.

The players

Keith Duane

A 46-year-old resident of Chelmsford, Massachusetts who was among the five men arrested.

Anderson Foe

A 24-year-old resident of Lawrence, Massachusetts who was among the five men arrested.

Matthew German

A 37-year-old resident of Epping, New Hampshire who was among the five men arrested.

Junior Sosa

A 44-year-old resident of Lawrence, Massachusetts who was among the five men arrested.

Mamadou Diallo

A 54-year-old resident of Jefferson, Massachusetts who was among the five men arrested.

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What’s next

The suspects are scheduled to appear in court in the coming weeks to face the charges.

The takeaway

This sting operation highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat the commercial sexual exploitation of minors, an issue that continues to plague communities across Massachusetts. By targeting alleged offenders, police aim to disrupt the demand that fuels these illicit activities and provide support for exploited youth.