New Jersey State Police Partners with Safe House Project to Launch Anti-Human Trafficking Tool Statewide
New Jersey residents now have a centralized platform to report suspected human trafficking with the launch of Simply Report, developed through a partnership between the New Jersey State Police and Safe House Project. This initiative aims to provide law enforcement with rapid, classified intelligence while creating a straightforward pathway for the public to report concerns.
The introduction of Simply Report coincides with an influx of visitors to New Jersey, particularly as the New York New Jersey Stadium prepares to host the FIFA World Cup 26™ Final on July 19. The application is available for download on both Google and Apple devices, or through the SimplyReport.com website.
Jeanne Hengemuhle, Acting Superintendent of the New Jersey State Police, emphasized the importance of public participation in addressing human trafficking. "Every report of suspicious activity has the potential to save a life," she stated, urging individuals to use the Simply Report platform to safely and anonymously share information that could assist law enforcement in identifying victims and prosecuting traffickers.
Simply Report is accessible to anyone wishing to report suspected trafficking; it supports over 200 languages and evaluates submissions against an extensive behavioral intelligence matrix. Information is screened, classified, and sent to law enforcement in real time. Victims identified through the app are directed to Safe House Project’s Survivor Support Team and its network of certified safe homes.
The launch of this platform comes amid an anticipated spike in trafficking activities often associated with major international events. Kristi Wells, CEO and Co-Founder of Safe House Project, explained that the initiative enhances existing capabilities, providing law enforcement with timely intelligence to effectively combat trafficking. The organizations involved will collaborate to raise awareness of Simply Report throughout New Jersey, targeting sectors likely to come into contact with trafficking, including healthcare and hospitality.