These columns list arrests and not convictions, unless otherwise stated. Anyone listed here who is later found not guilty or has had the charges against them dropped is welcome to inform this newspaper. The information will be confirmed and printed.

'THE BLADE'

Man indicted for trafficking teen in Phoenix area known for prostitution

(Metro Creative Connection/Comstock)

A 21-year-old man has been indicted for trafficking a 16-year-old girl on “The Blade,” an area of Phoenix known for prostitution.

Kemariyon Reynolds is charged with three counts of child sex trafficking and is being held on a $150,000 cash bond.

Phoenix police officers spotted the teen in October near 27th Avenue and Indian School Road, according to the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office.

You must be a member to read this story.

Join our family of readers starting at $5 for your first month and support local, unbiased journalism.

Already have an account? Log in to continue.

Otherwise, follow the link below to join.

The latest edition of the Phoenix Independent

View this issue

Browse other issues

Latest Opinions

West Valley residential real estate round up

Closed residential sales were down throughout Greater Phoenix in August, but experts say the dip fits the season as one of the slowest months in Arizona real estate.

Goodyear officials work on water treatment issues, assure residents water is safe

Goodyear to host 35th annual H2Open golf tournament

Sun Health gives $161,000 to P.W. Litchfield Heritage Center

AEO opens distribution center in Goodyear

Your politics won’t protect you from the 'surveillance state'