Former Anoka County Prosecutor Faces 26 Charges in Alleged Sex Trafficking Operation
Andrea Sampson, a former Anoka County assistant attorney, faces 26 charges in Hennepin County, including promoting prostitution, for her alleged involvement in a sex trafficking operation. While Sampson was working for Anoka County, the alleged operation was ongoing. A law…
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, August 17, 2026 —
Andrea Sampson, a former assistant attorney for Anoka County, is facing 26 charges in Hennepin County related to her alleged involvement in a sex trafficking operation. The charges include promoting prostitution. According to reports, the alleged operation was active during the period Sampson was employed by Anoka County.
The serious nature of the charges has prompted a law professor to suggest a review of past cases in which Sampson was involved. This recommendation stems from concerns about Sampson’s trustworthiness and reliability as a prosecutor, given the allegations against her.
The specific details regarding the timeline of the alleged operation and Sampson’s role within it, beyond the charges filed, were not provided. Information on the current status of Sampson’s legal proceedings or any potential outcomes was also not available in the summary.
Story summarized from the original created by Renee Cooper on kstp.com, see more information here.
