BREWSTER COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - A multi-agency operation in Pecos led to the rescue of seven human trafficking victims and the arrest of 24 people, according to the Reeves County Sheriff's Office.

Investigators said the discovery was made during a June 13 search warrant execution at El Ranchito Night Club, an adult entertainment establishment that had been operating out of compliance with a local ordinance.

About a year ago, Reeves County adopted a city ordinance requiring sexually oriented businesses to follow strict operating guidelines, the sheriff's office said.