Montgomery, AL – Attorney General Steve Marshall announced today the arrest of Terrell Bailey, a 27-year-old resident of Montgomery, on a charge of Human Trafficking in the First Degree for commercial sex acts involving a juvenile. The arrest was carried out by Special Agents from the Attorney General’s Office, with assistance from the United States Marshals Service and the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.
Bailey was apprehended based on a complaint and warrant issued by Special Agents of the Attorney General’s Office. He is specifically charged with one count of Human Trafficking in the First Degree, a class A felony. If convicted, Bailey faces a severe penalty ranging from 10 to 99 years, or potentially up to life in prison.
At this time, no further information about the investigation or the specifics of Bailey’s alleged crime beyond what is detailed in the warrant has been released.
Attorney General Steve Marshall emphasized the seriousness of the charges, highlighting the collaborative effort between state and federal agencies in apprehending Bailey. The arrest underscores the ongoing commitment to combating human trafficking and protecting vulnerable individuals, particularly juveniles, from exploitation.
It is important to note that an arrest warrant is merely an accusation, and Terrell Bailey is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
For further updates, the public and media are advised to await more information as the legal process unfolds.