# Oakland Trafficking Case Heads to Sentencing | Oakland News

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Podcast: [Oakland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/oakland-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7561175)
Published: 2026-07-17T02:07:58+00:00
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## Resource

A chilling human trafficking case unfolds in Oakland’s notorious “The Blade” on International Boulevard, where 37-year-old Michael Simon just pleaded guilty to conspiracy involving force, fraud, and coercion. Operating from June 2023 to September 2025, Simon’s crew recruited, controlled, and exploited victims—including two identified individuals—for commercial sex acts, using hotels and texts to orchestrate encounters. Victims had no autonomy over their schedules, pay, or locations, and noncompliance often led to brutal violence, including head and facial blows. Sentencing is set for October 1st before U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers, with prosecutors seeking life in prison plus a $250,000 fine—a stark warning against the hidden horrors thriving in our own neighborhoods. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/dc64771555f886de

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