Instagram Influencer from Brazil Sentenced for Human Trafficking and Slavery Crimes
Entertainment | July 15, 2024, 8:24 a.m.
Wellness influencer Kat Torres has been sentenced to eight years in prison for human trafficking and slavery of young Brazilian women. Former followers were lured into sexual exploitation through Torres' curated Instagram page, promising love, money, and self-esteem. Ana, a victim of Torres' coercion, played a key role in their rescue, exposing the dark reality behind Torres' inspirational facade. Torres targeted vulnerable women, promising to help them achieve their dreams, but instead forced them into sex work and exploitation. The women were subjected to strict rules, isolation, and psychological manipulation. Torres denied all accusations in a rare interview, but evidence against her led to her conviction. The case highlights the growing issue of human trafficking facilitated by social media platforms and serves as a warning about the dangers of following influential figures online.