Announces Sentencing of Fort Wayne Man for Sex TraffickingDepartment of Justice Announces 15-Year Sentence for Fort Wayne Man Convicted of Sex Trafficking

On Tuesday, the Department of Justice announced the sentencing of a Fort Wayne man for sex trafficking. The man, who was identified as 32-year-old Michael Smith, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for his role in a sex trafficking ring.

Smith was convicted of recruiting and transporting women to engage in commercial sex acts in multiple states. He was also found guilty of using force, fraud, and coercion to compel the women to engage in commercial sex acts.

The Department of Justice stated that Smith used violence and threats of violence to control the women he trafficked. He also threatened to harm their families if they did not comply with his demands. Smith also used drugs and alcohol to control the women and forced them to work long hours for little or no pay.

The Department of Justice has made it a priority to combat human trafficking and prosecute those who engage in this type of criminal activity. This case is an example of their commitment to protecting victims of human trafficking and holding those responsible accountable for their actions.

In addition to the 15-year prison sentence, Smith was also ordered to pay restitution to the victims of his crime. The Department of Justice is committed to providing victims of human trafficking with the resources they need to recover from their trauma and rebuild their lives.

This case serves as a reminder that human trafficking is a serious crime and those who engage in it will be held accountable for their actions. The Department of Justice is committed to protecting victims of human trafficking and bringing those responsible for these crimes to justice.

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