Los Angeles Today

By the People, for the People

Sex Crimes

Recent news

Tracy Tutor sues 'Million Dollar Listing' co-star Oren Alexander over alleged sexual assault

The lawsuit comes as the Alexander brothers await a verdict in their federal sex trafficking trial.

Former Soho House Bartender Sues Over Alleged Drugging and Rape

Lawsuit claims supervisor sexually assaulted employee and company failed to properly investigate

Epstein Files Fallout: Associates Face Firings, Resignations Over Ties

Years after Epstein's conviction, the release of investigation files leads to consequences for his high-profile associates.

Epstein Files Fallout: Resignations and Consequences for Associates

Releases of files on the Epstein sex trafficking investigation have led to firings, resignations, and legal troubles for some of his high-profile associates.

Michael Jackson Estate Sued for Child Trafficking by Siblings Alleging Abuse

The lawsuit claims the musician abused the plaintiffs over more than a decade starting when they were as young as 7 or 8 years old.

Michael Jackson's Former Friends Accuse Estate of Child Sex Abuse

The Cascio siblings claim the late pop star drugged, raped and sexually assaulted them as children.

Bartender sues Soho House over alleged drugging, rape by supervisor

The lawsuit claims the bartender's boss made 'numerous comments' about her looks and propositioned her to be his 'hook-up buddy'.

Residents Voice Concerns Over Sex Trafficking in Koreatown

Community meeting addresses increase in sex work activity in residential neighborhoods

Calabasas Teacher Charged with Molestation, Child Porn Possession

Prosecutors say the teacher allegedly took secret photos of female students and possessed child sexual abuse material.

Michael Jackson Estate Sued for Sex Trafficking

Four former family friends allege they were sexually abused and trafficked as children over a period of years.

LA County Sues Roblox Over Child Exploitation Claims

Lawsuit alleges gaming platform failed to protect kids from inappropriate content and online predators.

Authorities Gear Up for Sex Trafficking Crackdown Ahead of 2026 World Cup

Santa Clara County law enforcement prepares for increased trafficking risks around major soccer tournament

Back To The Future Actor Accused Of Holding 'Sex Slave' In LA Home

Crispin Glover denies allegations by a 30-year-old woman who says he lured her from Europe with promises of Hollywood work.

Ex-Model Sues Crispin Glover for Alleged Sex Trafficking

Lawsuit claims Back to the Future actor 'lured' woman to LA, held her captive as 'sex slave'

Ex-Sunset Ridge School Custodian Arrested for Alleged Bathroom Filming

David Garcia-Espinal accused of secretly recording students and staff over several years

Downtown LA Law Group fights state bar probe into sex abuse settlement

The firm at the center of a $4 billion scandal is challenging a subpoena for records related to alleged fraudulent practices.

Influencer Couple Claim They Were Drugged and Assaulted at L.A. Bar

Toby and Mikey Perryman-Payne say they blacked out after ordering one drink and woke up in a strange place.

Epstein Scandal Exposes Global Sex Trade Driven by Powerful Men

Jeffrey Epstein's crimes were not an anomaly, but a case study of a global system fueled by demand from wealthy and influential individuals.

Pennsylvania Man Charged with Grooming Minor Victim at Castaic Motel

Authorities say the 18-year-old suspect encouraged the 13-year-old girl to send explicit material and self-harm.

Man Sentenced to 54 Years for Sexually Assaulting 10-Year-Old Boy He Met on Xbox

Javier Arizmendi groomed and assaulted the child after driving nearly 6 hours to meet him

More Crime news