A woman from California thought she had found a lucrative housekeeping job in Florida, but it turned out to be a sex trafficking nightmare. The job, which was advertised on Indeed, promised $35 an hour and guaranteed housing and transportation to Florida.

Lake Worth Beach Brothel

The victim told investigators that she was flown to Florida and taken to a home at 1115 S. M Street in Lake Worth Beach, where she was forced to have sex with at least seven men in a single day.

Investigation by Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office

The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office is investigating the case. According to the probable cause affidavit, the suspects took the victim's passport and U.S. work permit and informed her that her job wasn't cleaning houses, but having sex with clients.

Key Facts

• Location: Lake Worth Beach, Florida
• Crime Type: Sex Trafficking
• Victim: A woman from California
• Suspects: Three individuals who posted the housekeeping ad on Indeed
• Current Status: The suspects have been arrested
• Investigating Agency: Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office

'The night I spend thinking about what happened to me still haunts me,' is not what the victim said, but the trauma is real for many victims of sex trafficking.

Looking Forward

The case highlights the need for increased awareness about human trafficking and the importance of verifying job postings online. As the investigation continues, the community is left wondering how such a heinous crime could occur in their neighborhood.