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Two undocumented immigrants sentenced for trafficking 16-year-old orphan in Texas
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk Amber Kite , as published by FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - News
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The total sentence for both individuals is 32 years.
A sentencing has taken place in a federal case involving the sex trafficking of a minor. Two individuals from Venezuela, who were living in the US without proper documentation, have been sentenced to federal prison. The total sentence for both individuals is 32 years.
The case involved the trafficking of a 16-year-old orphan across multiple states. Further details on this case are available from FOX 26 Houston, including the specifics of the sentencing and the investigation that led to the convictions.
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Category: local Published: June 24, 2026 Source: FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - News Reading time: 1 min
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