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Resident alleges human trafficking and drug activity at 165 Delaware Street; council pledges follow-up
Summary
A Tonawanda resident told the council she witnessed violent incidents and alleged trafficking at 165 Delaware Street and said police failed to protect a victim; councilmembers said they would follow up with the police chief and city attorney to explore nuisance enforcement and other options.
A resident who identified herself as Fridhi Priano addressed the Tonawanda Common Council on Aug. 5, saying she and neighbors have repeatedly witnessed drug activity and alleged human trafficking at a rental property on 165 Delaware Street.
"I witnessed that the police did not protect the victim because this is human trafficking," Priano said, describing multiple disturbances and saying residents…
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