Thousands of women have been incarcerated inside two jails in Suffolk County. It's a dark time for many, but a chance to identify and help victims of human trafficking. Sometimes the traffickers will get them initiated in the trade. The unit is comprised of all women: three female correctional officers in constant search of the signs.
Slowly, the officers gain their trust, even identifying several sex workers who encountered accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann.
Their interviews assisted the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office in their role in the Gilgo Beach homicide investigation to build a case against Heuermann. Toulon says he never would have thought his unit would help in the Gilgo Beach investigation.
Heuermann is housed in a Suffolk County jail. The architect and father of two adult children pled not guilty to three murders. He remains on suicide watch. Heuermann is staying in a single cell, with nothing but a toilet, sink, window, and a bed.
The only visits he receives are from his attorney, but others have tried. Toulon says he's not sure if Heuermann knows them or not, but he has refused the visits. It's meaningful work for sergeant Meunkle. Have a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply. Welcome, Mickey. Manage MyDisney Account. Log Out. Behind-the-scenes look at human trafficking unit that helped nab alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer.
