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3 Florida men sentenced for exploiting runaway teens in sex trafficking scheme, officials say
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk CBS Miami Team , as published by CBS4 Miami
· August 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The sentences range from 12 to 19 years.
In South Florida, prison terms have been handed down to three individuals. The sentences range from 12 to 19 years. These men pleaded guilty to various charges related to exploiting teenage girls.
The girls had previously run away from care. The men's actions were reportedly for financial gain. Further information is available from court documents.
A judge in the area oversaw the sentencing. The men's ages and hometowns are also on record, with one from Delray Beach, one from Boynton Beach, and one from Greenacres.
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Category: safety Published: August 3, 2026 Source: CBS4 Miami Reading time: 1 min
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