University of North Dakota Professor Arrested in Undercover Prostitution Sting
(KNOX) – Qianli “Rick” Chu, a 50-year-old chemistry professor at the University of North Dakota, was arrested in Polk County for allegedly attempting to solicit prostitution from someone he believed to be a minor. Charged with felony hiring or agreeing to hire a person thought to be at least 16 but under 18, Chu’s arrest follows an undercover operation conducted by Polk County law enforcement in collaboration with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension’s Human Trafficking Investigations Task Force.
The operation aimed to identify individuals seeking to engage in commercial sex acts with underage girls. If convicted, Chu faces a maximum sentence of five years in prison. The case raises serious concerns about the implications of such allegations for educational institutions and community safety.
University officials have yet to release a statement regarding Chu’s employment status or the impact of these charges on the campus community. The investigation highlights ongoing efforts to combat human trafficking and protect minors from exploitation. Further details regarding the case are expected to emerge as legal proceedings unfold.
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