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Former CEO Mike Jeffries Faces Sex Trafficking Charges

3/29/2026

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Former Abercrombie & Fitch chief executive Mike Jeffries faces sex trafficking charges as a competency hearing continues in New York.
His lawyers say he suffers from dementia and is unfit for trial.
Prosecutors say he shows awareness and focus in recorded calls.
Jury selection is set for October, and Jeffries and his associates have pleaded not guilty to the charges.

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Former Abercrombie & Fitch chief executive Mike Jeffries faces sex trafficking charges as a competency hearing continues in New York.
His lawyers say he suffers from dementia and is unfit for trial.
Prosecutors say he shows awareness and focus in recorded calls.
Jury selection is set for October, and Jeffries and his associates have pleaded not guilty to the charges.