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The Abercrombie Guys: 11. Mike Jeffries Under Arrest

2024/10/26
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Rhianna: 本集报道了Abercrombie & Fitch前CEO迈克尔·杰弗里斯、其伴侣马修·史密斯以及中间人詹姆斯·雅各布森因性交易和州际卖淫指控被捕的消息。报道回顾了长达数年的调查过程,采访了多位受害者,揭露了杰弗里斯利用其权力和影响力,通过欺骗和胁迫手段,性剥削多名有抱负的年轻男模的犯罪事实。调查涉及多个国家和地区,FBI也参与其中。报道还描述了Rhianna在法庭上与被告面对面的经历以及对案件的后续报道。 Breon Peace: 美国司法部检察官在新闻发布会上发表声明,谴责有权势的个人长期以来利用年轻人的梦想进行性交易和虐待,并强调此类行为的严重性。 Ruth: Ruth作为节目的制作人,参与了对案件相关证据和文件的分析,包括起诉书内容。她详细解读了起诉书中关于被告如何利用权力、欺诈和胁迫手段进行性交易的细节,以及他们如何掩盖其犯罪行为。她还分享了对被告在法庭上的观察和感受,以及对案件未来走向的预测。

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Why were Mike Jeffries, Matthew Smith, and Jim Jacobson arrested?

They were arrested on charges of sex trafficking and interstate prostitution.

What was the message from the US Attorney for the Eastern District of New York?

Powerful individuals exploiting young people for sexual pleasure will face consequences.

How did the FBI's investigation align with the podcast's findings?

The FBI's findings corroborated the podcast's investigation, indicating a similar timeline and methods.

What tactics were allegedly used by Jeffries, Smith, and Jacobson to lure men?

They used coercive, fraudulent, and deceptive tactics, promising career benefits.

Why was Matthew Smith considered a flight risk?

He is a British citizen, potentially allowing him to flee to the UK.

What was the outcome of the court hearing for Jeffries and Jacobson?

They pleaded not guilty and are due back in court in December.

How did Mike Jeffries appear during the court hearing?

He appeared frail, with white hair, and wore an ankle monitor.

What was the significance of the $10 million bond for Mike Jeffries?

His wife's house was used as security for the bond.

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The podcast announces the arrest of Mike Jeffries, Matthew Smith, and Jim Jacobson on charges of sex trafficking and interstate prostitution. The men have denied wrongdoing, and the investigation remains ongoing.
  • Mike Jeffries, Matthew Smith, and Jim Jacobson arrested on sex trafficking and interstate prostitution charges.
  • Jeffries allegedly used his power and wealth to traffic and exploit young men.
  • Prosecutors claim the defendants sold aspiring models the dream of success in exchange for sexual compliance.

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"Anyone who thinks they can exploit others by using the so-called casting couch system... prepare to trade that couch for a bed in federal prison."

Prosecutors in New York send a stern message, as The Abercrombie Guys, Mike Jeffries and Matthew Smith, are arrested on charges of sex trafficking and interstate prostitution, along with their alleged fixer Jim Jacobson. They've denied wrongdoing.

Reporter Rianna and producer Ruth head to New York to watch the court proceedings unfold, just a stone's throw from Mike Jeffries' Hamptons mansion.