DAYTON, Ohio -- The Federal Bureau of Investigations is warning local law enforcement that human trafficking is happening more and more in local neighborhoods.

The FBI estimates that more than 100,000 children and young women are victims of human trafficking in the United States today. And, the Dayton area is not exempt from the disturbing trend.

Authorities said human trafficking is often undetected.

On Monday, officers from approximately 20 different local law enforcement agencies gathered in Centerville to learn how to spot human trafficking and who is at risk.

FBI special agent Wendy Surikov said, “People have a misconception of what human trafficking is.”

She said, “It is not a problem of illegal aliens, it is not a problem of immigration. It is an issue of domestic servitude, which is a sex trade.”

Authorities said trafficking victims are forced into prostitution, agricultural work, domestic work, construction and janitorial and restaurant services.

At this time, the FBI is investigating incidents in the Miami Valley.

Surikov said there have been several cases between Dayton and Cincinnati and Columbus.

Authorities compare human trafficking to modern-day slavery, which is why local officials are taking extra efforts to make it stop.

If you believe you know someone who may be a victim of human trafficking, you should contact your local law enforcement, and the FBI.

There is a hot line number specifically designed for human trafficking cases. That number is 1-888-373-7888.