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world1 hour ago•7 min saved

Former Abercrombie CEO Cleared to Stand Trial in Global Sex-Trafficking Case

A federal judge ruled that former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries is competent to stand trial on sex trafficking and prostitution charges, reversing a prior finding of incompetence due to dementia and late-onset Alzheimer's. The decision followed review of medical records and more than 21 hours of audio from 109 calls, with the trial set to begin October 26. The court will provide accommodations for his age (81) and cognitive impairments, including a reduced schedule, breaks, and daily transcripts. If convicted, he faces a potential life sentence. The charges arise from a global sex-trafficking operation uncovered after a BBC investigation.

via BBC|

#abercrombie-and-fitch #federal-court #mike-jeffries

crime2 years ago•3 min saved

"Ex-Abercrombie CEO Under FBI Investigation for Alleged Sexual Misconduct"

The FBI has launched an investigation following allegations that former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries sexually exploited and abused men at events he hosted globally, with a civil lawsuit also accusing him and his partner of running a sex-trafficking operation. The investigation is being led by FBI agents specializing in alleged sex crimes, and federal prosecutors from the Eastern District of New York. Jeffries and his partner face accusations of engaging in sexual activity with men or directing them to have sex with each other at events held between 2009 and 2015. Abercrombie & Fitch has suspended a substantial part of Jeffries' retirement payments, and a civil lawyer representing some of the alleged victims believes that law enforcement is likely looking into the matter.

via BBC.com|

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business2 years ago•3 min saved

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Faces Sex Trafficking Lawsuit

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO, Mike Jeffries, is suing the company for refusing to cover his legal fees after he was accused of running a sex trafficking operation. A lawsuit filed in October alleged that the retailer had funded a "criminal enterprise" run by Jeffries over two decades. Jeffries, who transformed the brand into a multi-billion-dollar teen retailer, stepped down in 2014. A BBC investigation revealed allegations that he had exploited young men for sex. Jeffries is demanding reimbursement for his legal fees and advance payments in connection with the sex trafficking lawsuit. Abercrombie & Fitch has rejected his demand.

via BBC|

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business2 years ago•3 min saved

Ex-CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch Faces Sex Trafficking Lawsuit

via BBC.com|

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business2 years ago•3 min saved

Abercrombie & Fitch Halts Payments to Ex-CEO Amid Sex-Trafficking Allegations

Abercrombie & Fitch has suspended additional retirement payments to its former CEO, Mike Jeffries, following allegations of sex trafficking. The company had been providing Jeffries with lifetime bonus payments of about $1 million a year on top of his standard pension. The allegations came to light in a BBC Panorama documentary and podcast series, which revealed claims of exploitation by young men recruited for sex events organized by Jeffries and his British partner. A civil lawsuit has accused Abercrombie & Fitch of funding a sex-trafficking operation. The company has suspended the extra retirement payments but declined to comment further due to ongoing legal proceedings.

via BBC.com|

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crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Faces Lawsuit Alleging Sex Trafficking and Exploitation

A former model for Abercrombie & Fitch has filed a lawsuit against the fashion retailer, accusing its former CEO, Mike Jeffries, of running a sex-trafficking organization during his 22-year tenure. The lawsuit alleges that Jeffries used modeling scouts to recruit attractive young men who would then become victims of sex trafficking, under the guise of being recruited as Abercrombie models. The lawsuit seeks class-action status and estimates that over a hundred young models were victims. Abercrombie & Fitch has declined to comment, stating that it has hired an outside law firm to investigate the allegations. Jeffries' attorney stated that he will not comment on the lawsuit in the press.

via Fortune|

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lawsuit2 years ago•2 min saved

"Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Accused of Operating Trafficking Ring"

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries is being accused in a class action lawsuit of running a sex-trafficking operation, with the company allegedly participating and enabling the abuse. The lawsuit claims that Jeffries used his power to prey upon attractive young men by promising them modeling opportunities, only to force them into sexual acts. The lawsuit also alleges that Abercrombie & Fitch prioritized profits over the law by normalizing sexual abuse as part of the casting process. Jeffries has faced similar allegations in the past, and the company declined to comment on the lawsuit.

via CBS News|

#abercrombie-and-fitch #class-action-lawsuit #lawsuit

business2 years ago•3 min saved

Lawsuit alleges Abercrombie & Fitch enabled ex-CEO's sex abuse and trafficking

Abercrombie & Fitch is facing a lawsuit alleging that the company turned a blind eye to former CEO Mike Jeffries' alleged sexual abuse and involvement in a sex trafficking ring. The suit claims that Jeffries exploited young men hoping to become models for the brand, sexually abusing them under the guise of securing modeling contracts. This comes after a recent BBC investigation made similar accusations. Abercrombie & Fitch has stated that it was "appalled and disgusted" by Jeffries' alleged behavior and has initiated an independent investigation. The lawsuit seeks class action status and alleges that over a hundred victims were subjected to similar events. Jeffries, who left the company in 2014, was previously known for his controversial leadership and the brand's sexually charged advertising. Abercrombie & Fitch has since rebranded itself as an inclusive retailer under new CEO Fran Horowitz.

via CNBC|

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legalcrime2 years ago•4 min saved

Lawsuit accuses Abercrombie & Fitch of enabling ex-CEO to groom young men with modeling promises

Abercrombie & Fitch is facing a lawsuit accusing the company of enabling former CEO Mike Jeffries' alleged sexual abuse of male models. The lawsuit alleges that Jeffries and his partner, Matthew Smith, groomed young men with promises of modeling jobs and forced them into intimate acts at sex events around the world. The lawsuit, brought by alleged victim David Bradberry, claims that Abercrombie & Fitch had a willingness to enable a sexually abusive and exploitative environment for profit. The lawsuit seeks class-action status and alleges that dozens, and possibly over a hundred, young models could be victims.

via Daily Mail|

#abercrombie-and-fitch #exploitation #lawsuit

scandal2 years ago•7 min saved

"Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Accused of Exploiting Men for Sex Worldwide"

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries and his partner Matthew Smith have been accused of exploiting men for sex at events they hosted around the world. BBC Panorama released a dossier of allegations, claiming that a "highly organized network" used a middleman named James Jacobson to recruit young men for Jeffries and Smith. The men alleged that they were misled about the nature of the events or not informed that sex was expected. Some claimed they were coerced into performing sexual acts, while others said they willingly participated but were not fully aware of what was expected of them. The BBC has called for an investigation into potential charges of sex trafficking. Jeffries and Smith have not responded to the allegations.

via Daily Mail|

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world2 years ago•6 min saved

"Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Accused of Exploiting Men for Sex"

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries is facing allegations of exploiting men for sex through organized events, according to a BBC News investigation. Twelve men described attending or organizing these events, where they were paid to attend and signed non-disclosure agreements. Some men reported being coerced into sexual acts with Jeffries, while others felt pressured to perform in front of him. Two former U.S. prosecutors have called for an investigation into whether Jeffries should face sex trafficking charges. Abercrombie & Fitch has expressed disgust at the allegations and stated that it has zero tolerance for abuse, harassment, or discrimination.

via CBS News|

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