Cleveland Woman Accused of Child Trafficking on the Run

Crime Stoppers offers up to $5,000 reward for tips leading to arrest of Angela Garcia

Apr. 9, 2026 at 8:07pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a crumpled, discarded ID card or personal document, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually representing the hidden evidence of a human trafficking crime.The discarded personal effects of a suspected human trafficker highlight the grim realities of this criminal enterprise.Cleveland Today

Police in Cleveland are searching for a woman named Angela Garcia who is accused of trafficking a child under the age of 16 for prostitution. Garcia has removed a court-ordered GPS monitor and is believed to be on the run. Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to her arrest and conviction.

Why it matters

Human trafficking, especially the exploitation of minors, is a serious crime that has devastating impacts on victims. This case highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement and anti-trafficking organizations to combat this issue in Ohio, which is among the top 10 states for calls to the National Human Trafficking Hotline.

The details

According to authorities, Angela Garcia, a Cleveland resident, is accused of a 10-count case including two counts of trafficking in persons, compelling prostitution, promoting prostitution with a human trafficking specification, corrupting another with drugs, forging an ID card, theft and identity-fraud related counts. Garcia is described as around 5 feet 6 inches tall and 180 pounds, and she has removed a court-ordered GPS monitor, leading police to believe she is now on the run.

  • The alleged crimes occurred in Cleveland, Ohio.
  • Garcia was last reported staying in the 3400 block of West 46th Street in Cleveland.

The players

Angela Garcia

A Cleveland woman accused of trafficking a child under the age of 16 for prostitution, who has removed a court-ordered GPS monitor and is now believed to be on the run from authorities.

Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County

An organization that is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of Angela Garcia.

Northeast Ohio Human Trafficking Task Force

The law enforcement task force that conducted the investigation that resulted in the charges against Angela Garcia.

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What’s next

Police and tip lines plan to post updates if Angela Garcia is located or if the charges against her change.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing efforts to combat human trafficking, especially the exploitation of minors, in Ohio and the importance of the public's assistance in providing information to help locate and apprehend suspected traffickers.