15.11.2025 03:26
Turkish businessman Kutay Satıroğlu, who lives in Miami Beach, Florida, was arrested on charges of kidnapping a 17-year-old girl and human trafficking. Acting on a tip-off from the girl's family, the police conducted a raid on Satıroğlu's home. In her statement to the police, the victim claimed that Satıroğlu had threatened her and kept her under pressure through violence and drug use.
A 45-year-old Turkish businessman, Kutay Satıroğlu, living in the Miami Beach area of Florida, was detained on charges of kidnapping a 17-year-old girl and human trafficking.
THE YOUNG GIRL'S REPORT PROMPTED POLICE ACTION
According to a statement from the Miami Beach police, the incident came to light after a report made by the young girl's family. Police teams raided the identified address and detained Satıroğlu. The 17-year-old victim present in the house claimed in her initial statement to the police that Satıroğlu had threatened her and kept her under pressure through violence and drug use.
According to information reflected in the investigation file, the young girl stated that she was forced by Satıroğlu to engage in sexual acts for money, and when she refused, she was subjected to physical violence. Police officials noted that the victim had been "living in fear for a long time."
THE ALLEGATIONS ARE VERY SERIOUS
The Miami-Dade prosecutor's office has brought serious charges against Satıroğlu, including human trafficking of a person under 18, coercing a child into immoral acts, and contributing to the use of a minor for criminal purposes. It has been reported that the suspect has been brought before the court but has not yet submitted an official defense against the charges.
Authorities stated that the investigation is being conducted on a large scale and that they are looking into whether there are other victims. It is said that Satıroğlu could face a lengthy prison sentence under state laws.