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30 Arrested in Bloomington Prostitution Sting, Including Federal Worker

2/11/2026

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The Bloomington police arrested 30 men in a prostitution sting that began February 4, setting a department record.
Among those arrested was Brashad Johnson, a federal employee who conducts background checks for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Police Chief Booker Hodges called Johnson's arrest "the most disturbing" due to his role in security clearances.
Most of the arrestees face gross misdemeanor charges, while two face felonies for prior offenses.

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The Bloomington police arrested 30 men in a prostitution sting that began February 4, setting a department record.
Among those arrested was Brashad Johnson, a federal employee who conducts background checks for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Police Chief Booker Hodges called Johnson's arrest "the most disturbing" due to his role in security clearances.
Most of the arrestees face gross misdemeanor charges, while two face felonies for prior offenses.