The publicity may have encouraged victims in other nations to come forward with their allegations of abuse, thus appearing to spread the crisis.

He said he hoped that yesterday's charges would encourage other victims to come forward.

The inspector in charge of both investigations hopes that today's verdict will encourage other victims to come forward.

The government claimed to have encouraged victims to participate in the investigation and prosecution of traffickers.

The government encouraged victims to participate in investigations of trafficking crimes.

The campaign encourages victims and citizens with tips to immediately report incidents to 911 in an emergency.

The government encouraged victims to assist in the investigation and prosecution of trafficking cases.

The ensuing coverage encouraged other victims to come forward with allegations of abuse.

The transit police force is also conducting an outreach program in the Asian community to encourage victims of crimes to report them.

Ms. Haas said the verdict would encourage other victims of sexual abuse to step forward.