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Woman Sentenced for 25-Year Slave Imprisonment in UK

3/12/2026

Summary

Story summary

Amanda Wixon, 56, was sentenced to 13 years for imprisoning a woman as a slave for more than 25 years in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire.
The victim moved in at 16 and endured beatings, forced labor, deprivation of food and hygiene, and trauma.
Wixon pocketed over £100,000 in victim benefits.
The court described the living conditions as "squalid."
Following her rescue in 2021, the victim lives with a foster family.

History

Historical Context

The Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 was a landmark legislation in British history, emancipating around 800,000 enslaved individuals across the British Empire. This followed decades of abolitionist efforts, including the 1807 Act that banned the slave trade. However, the recent case of Amanda Wixon, who enslaved a woman for over 25 years, highlights ongoing challenges with human trafficking and modern slavery, emphasizing the need for continued vigilance.

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Story summary

Amanda Wixon, 56, was sentenced to 13 years for imprisoning a woman as a slave for more than 25 years in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire.
The victim moved in at 16 and endured beatings, forced labor, deprivation of food and hygiene, and trauma.
Wixon pocketed over £100,000 in victim benefits.
The court described the living conditions as "squalid."
Following her rescue in 2021, the victim lives with a foster family.

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