Thank you for covering this. It is tragic what is going on right in front of everyone. For those questioning the 18000 number (which I believe is actually an understatement) here is the source they cite for it.

https://www.azcentral.com/story/opinion/op-ed/2019/01/31/sex-trafficking-victims-children-state-care-missing/2730139002/

You may wish to change one of your tags to familyprotection. It is a group here that deals with CPS/Foster care abuse and will get your post more visibility. You can get a feel for the project by checking out @familyprotection