Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries has been arrested on sex trafficking and interstate prostitution charges. Jeffries, along with associates Matthew Smith and James Jacobson, are accused of operating an international sex trafficking and prostitution business from 2008 to 2015. They allegedly organized sex events in multiple countries and used coercive tactics to recruit men. Attendees were promised modeling opportunities or career advancement but were pressured into sex acts. The men were required to sign NDAs, surrender their belongings, and consume drugs during events. The accused spent millions on the enterprise, paying staff and maintaining secrecy. The U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of New York warned anyone exploiting individuals through the casting couch system to prepare for federal prison. The arrests come a year after BBC News reported Jeffries hosted exploitative sex parties. Abercrombie & Fitch has expressed shock and disgust at the allegations. Jeffries’ attorney plans to respond to the charges in court. Victims from previous allegations are seeking justice and holding the company accountable. The investigation into the sex trafficking enterprise is ongoing, and authorities encourage victims and witnesses to come forward.
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Mike Jeffries, the ex-CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch, taken into custody for sex trafficking accusations
