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Man Accused of Holding Woman Captive in Malden Attic Faces Trafficking and Kidnapping Charges
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Core Event: Discovery and Arrest
On September 20, a landlord inspecting a water leak in a multifamily building on Summer Street in Malden, Massachusetts, discovered an unclothed woman in an unfinished attic. Police were summoned; the woman was naked, malnourished and sitting on a mat with a five-gallon bucket of urine nearby. Prosecutors allege that 29-year-old Jordende Pierre held her captive for roughly six weeks, sexually assaulting her, providing drugs, and arranging paid sexual encounters with other men. An arrest warrant was issued a few days later, and Pierre was taken into custody the following day by U.S. Marshals, Massachusetts State Police, the FBI Violent Crimes Task Force and Malden police. He pleaded not guilty to trafficking a person for sexual servitude, kidnapping and indecent assault and battery on a person aged 14 or older. A dangerousness hearing is scheduled for early October.
Background & Context
Prosecutors say Pierre met the woman through a dating app and brought her from a rehabilitation facility to the Malden home about six weeks before she was discovered. The attic was not a legal residence; property owner Qing Sun confirmed Pierre was not a tenant and that she was unaware anyone was living there. Pierre was already out on bail in a separate Somerville case involving assault, battery and a dangerous weapon at the time of the alleged captivity.
Timeline
- September 20 – Landlord discovers woman; police called.
- A few days later – Arrest warrant issued.
- The next day – Pierre arrested in a multi-agency operation.
- Late September – Arraignment; not-guilty plea entered.
- Early October – Dangerousness hearing scheduled.
Data & Statistics
- Alleged captivity: approximately six weeks.
- Conditions: woman on a mat; five-gallon bucket of urine; only a small red light for illumination.
- Prosecutors allege Pierre forced the woman to have sex with at least six other men in about 16 encounters, with proceeds paid to him.
- Attic door handle was allegedly removed to prevent her leaving.
Official Statements & Responses
Dennis Matulewicz, acting head of the U.S. Marshals Service for the District of Massachusetts, called the allegations “deeply disturbing” and said the service will work “relentlessly to find” and bring accused individuals before the court. Malden Police Chief Marc Gatcomb said the woman was rescued and taken to a safe place with her family. Qing Sun expressed relief at the discovery and said she will continue to monitor the property.
Verbatim Quote
- “The door handle in this attic area could be removed, and the defendant would remove that door handle so that she could not leave.” — Jacob McCrindle, assistant district attorney
On-the-Ground Reports
Landlord Qing Sun recounted that she and her husband entered the attic while checking the leak and found the woman, prompting a 911 call. Neighbors described the property as “Frankenstein’s home” with frequent parties and loud music. One neighbor, Kirby Tang, said the large police presence during the arrest was “very coordinated and organized.”
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
The woman’s age and identity have not been released, and authorities have not disclosed whether additional victims or accomplices are under investigation. Court documents have been ordered impounded, limiting public access to detailed evidence.
What’s Next
Pierre remains in custody pending the early-October dangerousness hearing. Law-enforcement officials say the investigation remains open and that additional charges could be filed if further evidence emerges.