CHATHAM TOWNSHIP, NJ (Morris County) – An Essex County man is accused of human trafficking 2 teens in Morris County, according to Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll
Nafis H. Wiggins, 25, of Newark has been charged with two counts of first-degree human trafficking, two counts of second-degree luring, five counts of second-degree sexual assault, two counts of third-degree endangering the welfare of a child, third-degree possession of a CDS with intent to distribute, and third-degree possession of a CDS.
Between Aug. 1 and Sept. 28, 2023, Wiggins allegedly provided narcotics to two victims, ages 14 and 15, in exchange for sexual favors, recruiting and luring the minors via text messages, Carroll said.
It is alleged that on several occasions, Wiggins met with the victims at locations in Chatham Township and Chatham Borough and transported the victims in his vehicle to more secluded areas to engage in drug-use and sexual activity, Carroll said.
At the time of Wiggins arrest on Dec. 19, at Cougar Field in Chatham Township, he was found to be in possession of CDS, Carroll said.
Wiggins was detained at the Morris County Correctional Facility after a detention hearing in accordance with the Criminal Justice Reform Act, Carroll said.
Anyone with information related to this investigation is encouraged to call the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Sex Crimes/Child Endangerment Unit at 973-285-6200.
