LOCAL Closer Look: Freed People in Crowley, TX

Posted on Sunday, October 12, 2025 by Jason Craig

Jason Craig speaks with Matt Shelton, Founder of Freed People in Crowley, TX. Their mission is to rescue victims of human trafficking and fight for a world free from exploitation. Shelton highlights the urgent need for awareness, with over 79,000 children and 300,000 people trafficked in Texas. He explains how their four specialized teams - Outreach, Analyst, Intercept, and Survivor Care - work together to confront trafficking at every level. A Texas native, Shelton shares the journey of a victim, his personal gratitude for this calling, and practical ways the community can join the fight against trafficking. (freedpeople.org)

Original airdate: 10/12/2025

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Jason joined K-LOVE in 2023 and covers portions of AR, LA, MO, MS, TN and TX including the major market of Houston.

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