Sex Slave Escapes from Illinois Home

Sex slavery is a crime that we often pretend doesn’t exist. Bu for a young girl that lived in the St. Louis, Missouri area, sex slavery was a nightmarish way of life. The teen was reported missing in her home town in 2010, and never found. Her family continued to believe that she was alive somewhere, and being held captive. They were right. The young woman had been taken to a home in Washington Park, Illinois, where she was continually raped and sexually abused on a daily basis. She remained in the home for over two years before she was able to escape. One August 23^rd, the now-17-year-old girl evaded her captors and was able to head back to her family. Along with her she brought a baby. She was impregnated by her captor while in his custody. Her offender was a 24-year-old who, with his mother, was able to catch and contain the girl for his own sexual benefits. The child, fathered by her captor, is healthy.

If you have been charged with a sex crime such as capturing and containing a sex slave, then you may need representation in court. Sex traffickers often are sent to prison for at least 20 years and are forced to pay fines of up to $50,000 for their crimes. According to various state penal codes, engaging a minor in prostitution or sex slavery is considered an abominable and horrific practice. Sentences can be heightened if the victim was held for more than 180 days, or if there was more than one victim involved. Also, if the victim suffered severe bodily harm, this can bring on additional charges. If you have been charged with this crime, you will want a convincing and clever criminal defense attorney on your side to try and reduce your charges. Contact someone today!