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Constable Ryan Gable holds Press Conference on Multi-Agency Operation for FIFA World Cup
Constable Ryan Gable held a press conference today, Wednesday, July 15, at the Montgomery County Precinct 3 Constable’s Office located at 1520 Lake Front Circle, Suite 900, The Woodlands, Texas 77380. The press conference outlining the multi-agency operational strategy in preparation for the FIFA World Cup, named Operation Offside, with a primary focus on combating human trafficking and child exploitation.
Watch the video of the Press Conference on the Hello Woodlands YouTube Channel:
Constable Gable discussed the collaborative efforts between local, state, and federal law enforcement partners to identify, investigate, and apprehend offenders who seek to exploit major international events. Constable Gable was joined by speakers Captain John Schmitt (Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office), District Attorney Mike Holley (Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office), and Captain Adam Acosta (Montgomery County Pct. 3 Constable’s Office).
Topics addressed during the press conference included:
- FIFA World Cup public safety operations and enforcement initiatives.
- Human trafficking interdiction strategies.
- Child exploitation investigations and Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) enforcement efforts.
- Public awareness and reporting initiatives.
- Operational partnerships with regional and federal agencies.
- Recent enforcement activity and arrest statistics related to human trafficking and child exploitation.
Constable Gable will also present current arrest statistics and investigative outcomes, highlighting the agency’s continued commitment to protecting vulnerable victims and aggressively pursuing offenders.
FIFA World Cup Human Trafficking & Child Exploitation Task Force with the Montgomery County Precinct 3 Constable’s Office shared the following information following today’s press conference:
In October 2025, Constable Ryan Gable’s Human Trafficking and Child Exploitation Unit initiated planning for one of the largest multi-agency law enforcement operations in Montgomery County, aimed at combating human trafficking and child exploitation. While major international events attract visitors from around the world, they also create opportunities for criminals seeking to exploit vulnerable individuals for profit.
Over several months, Precinct 3 investigators collaborated with local, state, federal, and nonprofit partners to share intelligence, develop operational strategies, and coordinate resources. When June arrived, those plans were put into action.
Throughout the month, undercover teams operated across the region, targeting traffickers, child predators, and individuals attempting to purchase or exploit others. These coordinated efforts resulted in 61 arrests and 79 criminal charges filed by the Montgomery County Precinct 3 Constable’s Office, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, and the Texas Department of Public Safety, with prosecutorial guidance from the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office.
Most importantly, 28 victims of human trafficking were safely recovered and connected with organizations equipped to provide critical care, protection, and long-term support.
Several investigations remain ongoing. In some cases, suspects have been identified but were not immediately apprehended during the operation. Investigators continue to actively pursue these cases.
Operations of this magnitude are only possible through strong collaboration. Constable Gable extends his sincere gratitude to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office; Montgomery County Precincts 1, 2, and 4 Constables’ Offices; the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office; the Conroe Police Department; the Texas Department of Public Safety; the Montgomery Police Department; the Grimes County Sheriff’s Office; the Madison County Sheriff’s Office; Homeland Security Investigations; the Harris County Precinct 3 Constable’s Office; and all nonprofit organizations that supported this mission.
Partner organizations include Our Rescue, the Human Trafficking Institute, BCFS Health and Human Services, Hands of Justice, the Montgomery County Women’s Center, YES Youth, Angel Reach, the YMCA, The Landing, Interfaith of The Woodlands, The Salvation Army, and Harvest Kitchen.
Source: Montgomery County Precinct 3 Constable’s Office
