The ringleader of the sex trafficking organization GirlsDoPorn, who successfully fled the country five years ago, has finally been brought to justice in the United States, the report said. Los Angeles Times.
Stacey Moy, FBI Special Agent in Charge of San Diego; said the following: “Michael Pratt’s first appearance in San Diego is concrete proof that the pursuit of justice never stops, no matter time or place.”
“Mr. Pratt’s arrest and extradition to the United States reflects the remarkable collaboration between multiple agencies in the United States and Spain who are committed to seeking justice for the young women he allegedly victimized.” This extensive, internationally coordinated effort would not have been successful without the support of our law enforcement partners in Spain, the U.S. Marshals Service, the U.S. Department of Justice, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement.”
michael james pratt suddenly disappeared In the summer of 2019, shortly before he was indicted on federal conspiracy and sex trafficking charges. The indictment alleges that Pratt ran a decades-long criminal scheme to trick hundreds of teens and young women into appearing in adult videos on his website. This was done in response to what was done.
Mr. Pratt was extradited to the United States to face charges, but the case remains unresolved. Some co-defendants have decided to take plea deals, but Pratt, who could spend decades in prison if convicted, may decide to go to trial after pleading not guilty. There is.
According to the federal indictment, Pratt recruited “girls” (some of whom had just graduated from high school when he was brought to San Diego to film the adult film) through Craigslist and social media. , and was promised a high-paying modeling job.
The girls were reportedly told at the last minute that they were expected to not only model but also film explicit sex scenes.
One female victim, identified only as “Victim K,” said: “I remember being very nervous about telling him that I was only 17. But he… . [Pratt] I wasn’t angry or worried. On the contrary, he was excited and eager to get started. ”
“Garcia and Pratt bought me a birthday cake to incorporate into the filming process to let everyone know that I had just turned 18,” she said. Ruben Andre Garcia has been identified as the main performer in Sex Ring.
Pratt is currently facing 19 felony charges related to GirlsDoPorn.
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