A Las Vegas woman, identified as Jane Doe, has recently filed a federal lawsuit claiming that she was harbored and trafficked at Motel 6 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, in March 2019.
The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court in Albuquerque, alleges that the motel ignored sex trafficking. Its management not only knew about the woman’s exploitation but also encouraged the “horrific” behavior. Despite multiple instances where motel employees witnessed the woman being dragged by her trafficker or attempting to seek help, no intervention or contact with law enforcement occurred.
In response to the allegations, the defendants named in the lawsuit, G6 Hospitality Property LLC and Motel 6 Operating LP #140, have denied the woman’s claims. The defendants argue that G6 Hospitality did not own or operate the specific Motel 6 in question but provided certain brand standards, recommendations, and training materials related to security and human trafficking to the independent owners and operators of the motel.
It is worth noting that this is not the first lawsuit filed against the Midtown Albuquerque Motel 6. In fact, it is the third such lawsuit since 2019, with the alleged trafficking incidents spanning from 2013 to 2019.
One of the previous cases is still pending in the state District Court in Albuquerque, while the second lawsuit filed by a plaintiff known as “Jane Doe #17” was resolved in November 2020. However, the details of the settlement and any financial agreements reached remain undisclosed.
Due to the nature of the abuse endured by the plaintiff and concerns for her personal safety, the lawsuit was filed anonymously. However, it has been stated that her identity will be disclosed under a protective order.
If you or someone you know has been a victim of sex trafficking or abuse, it is crucial to seek help and support. These are serious crimes that should not be tolerated, and there are organizations ready to provide assistance. Reach out to the Women’s Rights Group, a dedicated organization based in California committed to supporting survivors of abuse and fighting against human trafficking. Call today for a free, confidential consultation.
