Six Arrested in Undercover Prostitution Sting at Comanche Nation Red River Casino
A joint law enforcement operation resulted in the arrest of six men following an undercover prostitution sting at the Comanche Nation Red River Casino and Hotel in Devol. The operation, which took place between May 2 and May 3, targeted individuals attempting to solicit paid sexual encounters at the venue.
Details of the Undercover Operation
The sting was a collaborative effort between the Comanche Nation Police Department and the Bureau of Indian Affairs. According to investigators, an undercover agent operated a profile on a website to attract individuals seeking paid sex. Six men contacted the profile and arranged meetings to occur at the casino and hotel.
During the arrests, authorities reported that one suspect, Daniel Patrick O’Brien, attempted to flee and resisted arrest. Officers were forced to threaten the use of a Taser before O’Brien eventually complied with law enforcement commands.
List of Arrested Individuals
The following men were taken into custody during the operation:
- Matthew Lee Rhone, 34, of Wichita Falls
- James Leo Wirries II, 45, of Frederick
- Brian Keith Connor Jessamy, 25, of Lawton
- Maximiliano Camacho, 22, of Bloomingdale, Illinois
- Daniel Patrick O’Brien, 51, of Lakeport, California
- Antone Tavares V, 28, of Waianae, Hawaii
Legal Charges and Potential Penalties
While the suspects were initially charged with misdemeanor counts of soliciting prostitution on Monday, records indicate those charges were dismissed and replaced with felony charges on Tuesday. Each man now faces one felony count of soliciting prostitution.
Under the current charges, the suspects face the following potential penalties:
- Up to one year in prison
- A fine of up to $2,500
- Between 40 and 80 hours of community service
Key Takeaways
- Location: The sting occurred at the Comanche Nation Red River Casino and Hotel in Devol.
- Agencies Involved: A joint operation by the Comanche Nation Police Department and the Bureau of Indian Affairs.
- Method: Law enforcement used a website profile to identify and arrest solicitors.
- Legal Status: All six suspects are facing felony charges for soliciting prostitution.
Looking Forward
This operation underscores the ongoing efforts of tribal and federal law enforcement to combat solicitation and human trafficking within casino properties. As these cases move through the legal system, the outcome will likely serve as a deterrent for similar activities in the region.