Mexican Pastor Convicted on Forced Labor Charges
Mexican pastor convicted on forced labor charges for mistreating migrants at her shelter in Ciudad Juarez, facing up to 180 years in prison. Allegations include abuse, threats, forced labor, and attempted sexual abuse.
Key Points
- Pastor Velia Hernandez Gonzalez convicted of mistreating migrants at Aposento Alto shelter in Ciudad Juarez
- Allegations of feeding migrants rotten food, forcing them to work, and making threats to block immigration process
- Witness testimony included accounts of abuse and attempted sexual abuse
- Sentencing scheduled for next week with a possible 180-year prison sentence
Cons
- Mistreatment of migrants
- Abuse of power
- Forced labor
- Threats and intimidation
- Attempted sexual abuse