Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries Pleads Not Guilty to Sex Trafficking Charges

Mike Jeffries, the former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch, has pleaded not guilty to charges of sex trafficking. Jeffries and his partner, Matthew Smith, are accused of using force, fraud, and coercion to traffic men for sexual exploitation at events held in their residences and hotels worldwide. The case stems from a BBC investigation that exposed alleged abuse and exploitation by Jeffries and Smith. The former CEO is currently under house arrest while awaiting trial.

Abercrombie & Fitch’s Former CEO Arrested on Sex Trafficking Charges: A Fall From Grace?

Mike Jeffries, the former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch, has been arrested on charges of running a prostitution and international sex trafficking ring. The accusations allege Jeffries, along with his partner and a middleman, exploited men through their influence in the fashion industry. The scandal casts a dark shadow over the brand’s history, raising questions about its past practices and future.

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries Arrested for Sex Trafficking Dozens of Men

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries has been arrested along with his partner Matthew Smith and alleged recruiter James Jacobson, facing charges of sex trafficking and prostitution. The arrests stem from a BBC investigation and a proposed class-action lawsuit accusing Jeffries of exploiting young men with the promise of modeling jobs to lure them into sexual abuse. The alleged victims were subjected to physical grooming, coerced into sexual acts, and even injected with erection-inducing substances. The case highlights the dark underbelly of the fashion industry and the abuse of power.

Abercrombie & Fitch Reports Strong Q2 Earnings, Raises FY24 Outlook

Abercrombie & Fitch exceeded analyst expectations for its second quarter, reporting a 21% year-over-year sales increase and a strong adjusted EPS. The company also raised its full-year sales and operating margin forecasts, citing continued execution of its global strategy and disciplined inventory management. However, shares dipped despite the positive results, likely due to concerns about the uncertain economic environment.

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