Update: Domestic Enslavement Case

Angelita Reyes, recently convicted of criminal restraint in a domestic enslavement case (Earlier Story), was sentenced October 17, 2007 to serve three years probation and perform 50 hours of community service. Reyes also was ordered to pay restitution of $78,000 to the victim, Arlene Gado, 23, for unpaid back wages.

New Jersey Attorney General Anne Milgram noted that anyone with information about suspected human trafficking, forced labor or related crimes can call the Division of Criminal Justice at 1-866-TIPS-4CJ. Confidential tips and reports of wrongdoing may also be reported at the Division of Criminal Justice Web site.