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Mother Sentenced for 25 Years of Enslaving Woman

3/14/2026

Summary

Story summary

Amanda Wixon, a 56-year-old mother of 10 from Tewkesbury, England, received a 13-year prison sentence for keeping a woman as a "house slave" for 25 years.
The victim, who was 16 when she moved in, experienced severe abuse, including physical assaults and lack of food and healthcare.
Wixon was convicted of false imprisonment, forced labor, and multiple assault charges, with the court describing the victim's living conditions as resembling a "prison cell."
The victim, now in her 40s, recalls the trauma she endured during this time.

History

Historical Context

The Slavery Abolition Act of 1833, enacted under Prime Minister Charles Grey, abolished slavery in the British Empire, freeing around 800,000 individuals. Despite this landmark legislation, slavery persisted in regions like British India until the Indian Slavery Act of 1843. Recent cases, such as Amanda Wixon's, highlight ongoing issues of exploitation, emphasizing the need for vigilance against modern slavery and the protection of human rights.

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Story summary

Amanda Wixon, a 56-year-old mother of 10 from Tewkesbury, England, received a 13-year prison sentence for keeping a woman as a "house slave" for 25 years.
The victim, who was 16 when she moved in, experienced severe abuse, including physical assaults and lack of food and healthcare.
Wixon was convicted of false imprisonment, forced labor, and multiple assault charges, with the court describing the victim's living conditions as resembling a "prison cell."
The victim, now in her 40s, recalls the trauma she endured during this time.

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