Brothel found in Walnut home in operation that led to 100s of human trafficking arrests

A brothel discovered in a house in Walnut led to an extended investigation, the rescue of various victims and the arrest of numerous human trafficking suspects, authorities announced Tuesday.

Details of the investigation were shared at a morning news conference in downtown Los Angeles by Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna, Los Angeles Police Department Deputy Chief Alan Hamilton and District Attorney Nathan Hochman.

District Attorney Nathan Hochman speaks during a press conference at the Hall of Justice in Los Angeles on Feb.