Santa Rosa Police have arrested 63-year-old Michael Tarvid on multiple felony charges, including human trafficking and the solicitation of a minor for sex acts.
The investigation began in mid-November after tips indicated Tarvid was posing as an adult film talent recruiter to solicit women for commercial sex. Detectives determined Tarvid was also targeting minors.
Police launched a sting operation where a detective posed as a 14-year-old girl. Tarvid was arrested yesterday, December 2nd, after arriving at the Downtown SMART station to allegedly meet the juvenile.
Tarvid faces charges including persuading a minor to engage in commercial sex acts. Authorities believe there may be additional victims and urge anyone with information to contact Detective Luigi Valencia at 707-543-4045.
