Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries Charged in Widespread Sex Trafficking Case
Mike Jeffries, the former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch, has been arrested and charged with running a sex trafficking ring that allegedly exploited over a dozen male victims. Prosecutors outline a horrific scheme in which Jeffries and his associates coerced vulnerable men into sexual acts under the pretense of modeling opportunities. The investigation reveals that this exploitative conduct had been ongoing for several years, raising serious alarm regarding the use of power and influence to manipulate and traffic individuals. A partner of Jeffries has also been implicated in the charges, which include interstate prostitution and several related offenses. This scandal has shocked many and highlights the darker side of the fashion industry, where glamor was reportedly used to mask a twisted operation.
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