2 Girls Who Vanished From Foster Home Were Being Trafficked, Cops Say

On Thursday, a Florida judge denied bail for two suspects who allegedly trafficked two girls who vanished from a foster home last month.

Palm Beach County police reportedly rescued the two girls on Wednesday after one of them was seen leaving the home with a suspected human trafficker. Faith Slayton and Michael Steinmetz were arrested in connection with the trafficking ring — which the judge described as the worst he had ever seen, according to WPEC.

An arrest affidavit stated that one of the victims was spotted getting into a vehicle after a cash transaction. The car was stopped on the highway, allowing officers to place the girl in protective custody. Then, they learned about the other girl who was being hidden in a home, according to WPEC.

Both victims allegedly told authorities that they were given Molly (MDMA), Flakka (alpha-PVP), and marijuana in exchange for sex.

WPEC reported that Steinmetz and Slayton are charged with human trafficking of a minor. Steinmetz is also charged with sexual battery of a minor, while Slayton is also accused of interfering with the custody of a minor. They are due back in court next month.

[Feature Photo: Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office]

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