DPS special agents say they began their investigation into the case last week when they learned the 15-year-old victim was being forced into prostitution.
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During their investigation, agents discovered sex advertisements with the photo of the victim. Authorities say 22-year-old Imani Cole, who allegedly created the ad, was arrested on Oct. 24.
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According to DPS, additional information led to the arrest of Raven Lovings, 28, for his alleged role in the teen's trafficking.
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Court documents show Cole was charged with compelling prostitution of a person under 18 and trafficking of a child.
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Lovings was charged with trafficking of a child, compelling prostitution of a person under 18 and sexual assault of a person over 14.