26-year-old woman accused of sex trafficking relative

Elizabeth Cook (Courtesy: TBI)

CLARKSVILLE, TN (WSMV) -

A Hopkinsville, KY, woman is accused of sex trafficking one of her relatives, according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.

THe TBI arrested and charged Elizabeth Cook, 26, with one count of human trafficking by promoting the prostitution of a minor.

TBI conducted the undercover operation into possible sexual exploitation of a minor on Backpage.com.

Cook brought the 17-year-old female, who is a relative, who she advertised for prostitution to a motel in Clarksville for the purpose of having her engage in prostitution.

The victim is now at home with her mother.

Cook is being held in the Montgomery County Jail on a $50,000 bond.

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