Instagram Influencer Sentenced for Human Trafficking and Slavery

Kat Torres, a former Brazilian model, used her wellness platform to exploit and enslave followers, leading to an eight-year prison sentence.

Torres lured victims with promises of spiritual guidance and personal success.
Victims were coerced into harsh living conditions and forced labor, including prostitution.
The FBI launched an investigation after two women went missing in 2022.
Over 20 women have reported being scammed or exploited by Torres.
Authorities emphasize that human trafficking often involves trusted individuals, not just criminal gangs.