Fayetteville Woman Pleads Guilty to Sex Trafficking of a Minor
GREENVILLE, North Carolina – A Fayetteville woman has pleaded guilty to sex trafficking of a minor, a crime that carries a penalty of not more than life in prison and up to $250,000 in fines.
Daquanjra Tasha White, 28, of Fayetteville, pleaded guilty to one count of Sex Trafficking of Children in federal court, according to a statement from the United States Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina, Robert J. Higdon, Jr.
The crime occurred throughout the fall of 2015 into 2016, when White met the minor on Facebook and convinced her to meet with her. White took pictures of the minor in various stages of undress, posted them on Backpage, and arranged for her to have sex for money with men. White also took portions of the monies collected and told the minor what to charge and what to do, even stating that the girl worked for her.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation and Fayetteville Police Department conducted the investigation of this case, and Assistant United States Attorney Daniel P. Bubar is prosecuting the case on behalf of the government.
White’s sentencing is pending, and she faces a maximum penalty of life in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.
The case is a stark reminder of the ongoing issue of sex trafficking in our communities, and the need for continued vigilance and enforcement. We will continue to work tirelessly to bring traffickers to justice and protect the victims of these heinous crimes.
About the Defendant:
Daqueanjra Tasha White, 28, of Fayetteville.
About the Crime:
Sex Trafficking of Children (18 U.S.C. § 1591).
About the Investigation:
The Federal Bureau of Investigation and Fayetteville Police Department conducted the investigation of this case.
About the Prosecution:
Assistant United States Attorney Daniel P. Bubar is prosecuting the case on behalf of the government.
About the Sentence:
White’s sentencing is pending, and she faces a maximum penalty of life in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.
Key Facts
- State: North Carolina
- Category: Sex Crimes|Human Trafficking|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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