Michael Pratt, the notorious owner of GirlsDoPorn, has been extradited from Spain to face a slew of sex trafficking charges in the United States. This development follows Pratt’s capture in December 2022, marking the end of his three-year run as an international fugitive and his infamous listing on the FBI’s Top Ten Most Wanted.

Pratt’s initial court appearance in San Diego was a watershed moment, underscoring the U.S. legal system’s commitment to holding accountable those who exploit young women for profit. Charged in October 2019, Pratt’s alleged operations under GirlsDoPorn have been described by prosecutors as a “commercial sex trafficking ring,” deceiving and coercing hundreds of young women, including at least one minor, into appearing in pornographic videos under false pretenses.

The indictment against Pratt paints a harrowing picture of manipulation and betrayal. Young adult women, primarily in their late teens, were lured from across the United States and Canada with the promise of clothed modeling work. Once the nature of the actual job was revealed, Pratt and his co-defendants allegedly assured the victims that the videos would remain private, not to be uploaded on the internet—a claim now proven tragically false.

Most of these exploitative shoots took place in San Diego, turning local hotels and rental units into scenes of prolonged coercion. Victims reported being unable to leave until filming concluded, with some facing threats of lawsuits or being stranded without a flight home if they did not comply with the demands of the shoot. The deceit didn’t end there; despite assurances of anonymity, the videos were uploaded to major adult sites, directing traffic to GirlsDoPorn, which charged subscription fees and generated over $17 million in revenue for Pratt.

Facing 19 felony counts, including sex trafficking by force, fraud, and coercion, production of child pornography, and conspiracy to commit money laundering, Pratt’s arraignment has set the stage for a legal battle that will undoubtedly be closely watched. His extradition is a testament to the collaborative efforts of law enforcement agencies across the United States and Spain, demonstrating a unified stance against the sexual exploitation of young women.

As the legal proceedings unfold, U.S. Attorney Tara K. McGrath and FBI Special Agent in Charge Stacey Moy have voiced their determination to bring Pratt to justice. The case against Pratt and his co-defendants—Matthew Isaac Wolfe, Ruben Andre Garcia, Theodore Gyi, and Valorie Moser—spotlights the pervasive issue of sex trafficking under the guise of legitimate adult entertainment.

This landmark case not only promises to deliver justice for the victims of GirlsDoPorn but also serves as a stern warning to others who might exploit vulnerable individuals for financial gain. As the world watches, the fall of Michael Pratt could mark a turning point in the fight against sex trafficking and the exploitation of young women in the porn industry.