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Two undocumented migrants face horror charges for allegedly sex trafficking a 15-year-old girl who ran away from New York. The victim told detectives she was forced into about a dozen sexual acts for money. The suspects were arrested at a Motel 6 in Riviera Beach. One suspect had been deported and illegally re-entered the country for a second time. The sheriff stated the trafficking case came from a tip and may be linked to a Venezuelan gang. The victim, reported missing over a month ago, will be returned to her family in New York.

Prosecutors describe an unprecedented takedown of a sex trafficking operation on the Figueroa Corridor. '11 alleged criminal gang members now charged in this federal indictment, including six members of the notorious Hoover criminal street gang.' 'They would prey on vulnerable girls online, and they would also prey on young women in the foster care system who didn't have families who were maybe looking to run away.' 'The alleged ringleader, a 25 year old woman named Amaya Armstead, also known as Lady Duck.' 'According to the indictment, victims who disobeyed were assaulted, humiliated, starved and in some cases branded with tattoos of their trafficker street names.' 'Five suspects pleaded not guilty today.' 'The trial now set for early October.' 'Some victims could face some, suspects, excuse me, could face 15 to life in prison if convicted as charged.' Survivor Lori Burns: 'We rescue these girls all day, every day.'

A mother and son in Houston have been sentenced for operating a sex trafficking ring, but one victim is still missing. Tashica Bush and her son Arianne Jackson trafficked girls and women for sex. Bush received a one-year sentence, which the mother of the missing victim believes is too lenient. The judge also gave Jackson a 27-year sentence. Two others were charged in connection with the ring. The missing victim's mother is frustrated that justice has not been served and wonders where her daughter is. The victim went missing four years ago, and her mother struggles during the holidays without her. The mother is grateful that the street known for trafficking has been shut down.

Surveillance video captured a teacher, Merling Gutierrez, grabbing, slapping, pulling, and slamming a crying two-year-old girl at a Lincoln Marti school in Southwest Miami-Dade. Gutierrez yelled as the child cried in front of other children. Gutierrez was arrested and charged with child abuse. She pleaded guilty and was sentenced to five years of probation. She must complete an anger management course, undergo a mental health evaluation, and receive treatment if needed. Gutierrez is prohibited from teaching in public or private schools and cannot have unsupervised contact with minors without court permission. Her attorney declined to comment. The school reported the abuse, and the teacher was removed from the classroom.

A seven-year-old girl was sexually assaulted at a pool party by a repeat offender. He was facing a century in prison, but Judge Susan Crawford gave him only four years. Now, he's free and lives near a school. This was Crawford's decision. Now Judge Crawford wants a promotion, but her dangerous decisions make her wrong for Wisconsin.

Travis Wolf, about to turn 12, died in a crash caused by an undocumented Venezuelan woman. A church teacher in Maryland, deported twice, faces child abuse charges. Three Guatemalan men in Florida are arrested for sexually assaulting a woman. A Colombian gang leader seeking asylum in Texas is captured. A Mexican woman accused of gruesome murders is arrested in El Paso for extreme brutality.

Authorities report that six children, as young as three years old, were repeatedly victimized over a year in an underground storm shelter near William Chase McElroy's home. McElroy is charged with rape, sodomy, kidnapping, and human trafficking. Trey House allegedly drugged the children and tied them to beds, chairs, and a pole. People then paid to have sex with them. Assistant District Attorney Brian Jones says a fourth person has been indicted, but their name is withheld pending arrest. Identifying all individuals involved may be difficult because the children were allegedly drugged. Details emerged from the defendants themselves. The crimes carry a minimum mandatory sentence of life in prison without parole.

An illegal migrant from Ecuador was arrested by New York police for sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl. He held the girl and her friend at knifepoint, assaulted the girl, and then fled. Community members caught him, and neighbors held him down until police arrived. There are concerns about more crimes he may have committed across the country.

Savannah Hernandez reports from in front of the Al Hasan Islamic Center in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The center has drawn national attention after issuing a letter of community support for a Somali immigrant who sexually assaulted a 12-year-old girl. In 2024, the perpetrator was charged after abducting a 12-year-old from her backyard, forcing her into his vehicle, and sexually assaulting her. He has since been convicted of first-degree criminal sexual assault. Following his conviction, his family members sent letters to the judge urging consideration of his character in sentencing. One letter came from the Al Hasan Islamic Center and was signed by their executive director. The letter stated that the perpetrator “had to face cultural differences and the challenges of taking on a new culture.” The center framed him as a family-oriented man who “sends his money oftentimes back to his family members in Somalia.” The judge imposed the lightest sentencing possible: eight years in jail for this crime. He was originally sentenced to twelve years, but four years will be served out of jail and on probation. The article notes that the perpetrator has been in the United States since 2006, meaning he has been in the country for nineteen years. He was born in Somalia. The report emphasizes the discussion of cultural differences in relation to this case, as it relates to the Somali community in Minnesota. Savannah Hernandez uses this incident to illustrate ongoing stories and cultural impact surrounding the Somali community in Minnesota, as it relates to the mosque and its public stance.

Fermisha Rose learned this week that the suspect was not a U.S. citizen and now believes justice means deportation. She says her daughter, who was 13 when she met 29-year-old Jordan Castillo Chavez, was communicating with him online; Rose found out by checking her daughter’s phone. She recalls seeing a message from Castillo Chavez and photos and messages that indicated he was coming to pick up her daughter, and she immediately dropped and fainted, thinking, “This is not happening right now.” In March, Pineville police charged Castillo Chavez with indecent liberties and other sex-related charges. He has since bonded out. This week, Customs and Border Protection named Castillo Chavez of Costa Rica as “one of the worst of the worst criminal legal aliens,” blaming his release on a failed ICE detainer. When asked for a response, the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office said ICE had requested advance notification of his release but did not issue an ICE detainer. The sheriff’s office also said they did not notify ICE when Castillo Chavez bonded out because they weren’t legally required to. Rose says her own father committed a crime in the United States and was deported back to his country years ago, so she understands the impact and believes Castillo Chavez deserves deportation as well. “We need justice. He needs to go, and he needs to enforce it,” she says.

Law enforcement in Baton Rouge discovered a human trafficking operation involving a Venezuelan criminal organization. Two victims and a suspect were found in an apartment complex. One victim was smuggled into Texas and forced to pay $30,000 by having sex with clients. Victims often cannot explain how they arrived or where they are staying.

Curtis O'Brien, a convicted felon, sexually assaulted a five-year-old girl multiple times. Judge Susan Crawford sentenced him to two years in prison, despite a possible sixty-year sentence. O'Brien's victim will live with scars forever. Crawford allowed O'Brien to live across the street from an elementary school. Crawford's decision puts children at risk. She is wrong for Wisconsin.

A Palm Beach County employee was charged with human trafficking after using the app Hoboton to meet children for illicit activities. The app lacks age verification and incentivizes sending inappropriate content for money. Parents should check their kids' devices for Hoboton and delete it to ensure safety.

A yoga instructor named Keith Fox was arrested and charged with sexual battery on a victim over 12 years old. Police say Fox had sex with a 15-year-old girl. The teen's mother hired a private investigator who allegedly witnessed the teen nude in Fox's home. The relationship began with inappropriate comments and escalated to physical contact in Fox's car and an offer of a Thai massage. There is concern there may be other victims. Fox is being held without bond. Another, unnamed individual was sentenced to 24 years in prison for sexual relations with an underage girl.

Last week, a 67-year-old man was killed by Seattle police officers after attempting to buy sex from a mother for her 7 and 11-year-old daughters. The man pulled a gun and fired at officers during the encounter. The incident highlighted the work of the Internet crimes against children task force. These cases often go unnoticed by the public, but the hope is to shed light on these important stories in the future.

A woman was convicted today of sex trafficking her 12 year old daughter in Fond Du Lac County. 34 year old Aaliyah Antonio pled guilty to trafficking a child, failing to protect a child, and two misdemeanor counts of bail jumping. This comes after criminal complaints say last May that Juan Rocca Mahaya paid $250 for sexual access to that minor. The girl allegedly fought off her attacker and fled to a near home where a Good Samaritan called 911. Antonio's sentencing is scheduled for August 21.

Smallville actress Allison Mack pleads guilty to charges related to the sex trafficking cult known as Nexium. She had been involved with the group for over 10 years and was considered a top recruiter. Claire Bronfman, heiress to the Seagram liquor fortune, also pleads guilty to conspiracy and fraud charges in connection with Nexium. The group, based in Albany and Brooklyn, follows the teachings of leader Keith Raniere. In other news, celebrity faith healer John of God is accused of sexually abusing hundreds of women and engaging in baby trafficking and murder. Harvey Weinstein is formally charged with rape and criminal sexual act, and his lawyer says he will plead not guilty. Spy Seth Friedman is revealed to have been hired to defend Weinstein against sexual assault accusations. Lastly, 10 Americans are detained in Haiti for attempting to transport children to the Dominican Republic without proper documents.

The prosecution announced the bust of an international child pornography ring, with charges to be brought against eight individuals, seven of whom are Florida residents. The prosecutor said investigators obtained over a million videos showing sexual abuse on minors, including infants being sold around the world. They stated that a 2023 report by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children cited over 36,000,000 instances of suspected child sexual exploitation and over 100,000,000 files related to child sex abuse material. The prosecutor emphasized that protecting children is difficult and that internet and social media make it easier for “predators” to access children. They said that, in the first five or six weeks on the job, addressing this issue would be a major priority. The prosecutor stated that many of the individuals being charged purchased the harmful content after finding it through TikTok, where it was available online, including through a portal for purchasing the material. They added that TikTok can remove content quickly when unlicensed music is involved, but that it has taken too long to remove pornographic material and the avenues to purchase harder, more gross content. They said the office would work to hold social media companies accountable and to make them more accountable for putting families and children at risk. The prosecutor stated that the eight defendants face multiple felony counts, including Rico, money laundering, and purchase of child pornography. The prosecutor described the content as “gross” and “evil,” said the state would do everything possible to hold those responsible accountable, and stated that child predators would not have access to children again. They thanked Rita Peters from statewide prosecution for leading the effort, and investigator Abby George for busting the case, before turning the matter over to the commission.

Hotels across the United States are being sued for child trafficking. A woman discovered a hidden camera in her hotel room and found more cameras using an app on her phone. She also found a secret walkway connecting all the rooms, where children were being kept. The people involved in this trafficking operation were arrested. This discovery has led to investigations in other hotels, revealing their involvement in housing and sex trafficking. It is fortunate that the children were found alive.

Juan Carlos Rocca Mahia pleaded no contest last month for attempting to sexually assault a 12 year old girl. Authorities say the sexually assaulted for $250; he held the girl in a van and attempted to duct tape her mouth while sexually assaulting her. The girl fought back, bit Roka Mejia, and escaped that van. A neighbor called 911 and a SWAT team was used to arrest Rocha Mejia. The judge today sentenced him to forty years in prison with twenty years extended supervision. And the mother convicted of sex trafficking. Her 12 year old daughter to Roka Mia also sentenced in Fond du Lac County Court today. The mother entered guilty pleas back in May to trafficking a child and failing to protect a child as well as two bail jumping counts, and was sentenced to a total of thirty four years in prison, twenty years extended supervision.

Stacey Abrams' brother-in-law, Jimmy Gardner, has been arrested by Tampa police on charges of human trafficking and other crimes against a minor. Gardner allegedly invited a 16-year-old girl to engage in sexual activities for money at a hotel. When she refused, he attacked her, but she managed to escape and call 911. It is worth noting that Gardner was previously cleared of sexual assault charges against two women in 1987. Currently, he works as a motivational speaker in Georgia.

Fermisha Rose learned this week that the suspect is not a U.S. citizen, and she now believes justice means deportation. Her daughter's case is central: Rose says her daughter, who was 13 at the time, met a man who was 29, Jordan Castillo Chavez. Rose discovered details by looking through her daughter's phone and seeing messages and photos indicating someone was coming to pick up her daughter. She recalls, “There were photos. There were messages that indicated he was coming to pick her up, and I immediately just dropped. I fainted. This is not happening right now.” In March, Pineville police charged Castillo Chavez with indecent liberties and other sex-related charges. He has since bonded out. This week, Customs and Border Protection named Castillo Chavez of Costa Rica as one of the worst of the worst criminal legal aliens, blaming his release on a failed ICE detainer. Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office was asked to respond. They said ICE had requested advance notification of Castillo Chavez’s release but did not issue an ICE detainer. The sheriff’s office explained they did not notify ICE when he bonded out because they weren’t legally required to do so. Rose also reflects on her own family history, noting that her father committed a crime in the United States and was deported years ago. She says she understands the impact and believes the same outcome should apply to Castillo Chavez. The discussion includes Rose’s deteriorating sense of safety and justice: “This is serious.” and “We need justice. He needs to go, and he needs to enforce it.”

A man in Atlanta saw a body part hanging out of a U-Haul while driving and called the police. The police found kids in the back of the U-Haul, leading to a case of human trafficking.

Florida law enforcement announced the dismantling of an international child pornography ring with Florida connections. Attorney General James Ootmeyer stated that eight men are facing charges for buying and selling over 1,000,000 images of child pornography online; one suspect is from Clearwater and another from Lakeland. According to officials, the content involved was extremely disturbing. The Attorney General stated that some suspects accessed the content through TikTok, and Florida will pursue social media companies that are slow to remove child pornography.

Sheriff shared shocking details from a press conference about a man wanting to eat a child. 45 people were arrested for various crimes, including child predators and human traffickers. One man planned to physically cannibalize someone and make a child drink urine. Another man took drugs and injected himself with testosterone before meeting who he thought was a 14-year-old. Many admitted to having sexually transmitted diseases and were willing to have sex with a minor. The investigation revealed disturbing acts of depravity.