In a harrowing case that has sent shockwaves through Louisville, a man has been convicted of human trafficking and kidnapping after chilling body cam footage revealed the horrific conditions in which his ex-girlfriend was found. Moises May, 35, was found guilty by a Jefferson County jury in just three hours, following a trial that exposed a pattern of brutal abuse against Janna Wilson, the mother of his 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥, who he allegedly held captive in his home.

The nightmare began in the summer of 2023 when May forced Wilson into 𝓈ℯ𝓍ual servitude, even mutilating her by cutting her hair with a machete. On August 16, Wilson managed to escape after a neighbor heard her desperate screams from a barricaded second-story window and called 911. When police arrived, they encountered a home fortified like a prison, with bolted doors and barricaded windows. Body cam footage captured the harrowing moment officers used an axe to free Wilson, who was chained by the neck.

During the trial, prosecutors painted a grim picture of Wilson’s captivity, arguing that May intended to trap her against her will. Despite the defense’s claims of consent, the overwhelming evidence, including the brutal conditions of her captivity, convinced the jury of May’s guilt on multiple counts. The jury recommended a staggering 35-year prison sentence, set to be formally handed down on July 2.

As the details of this case unfold, the community grapples with the shocking reality of such violence and betrayal. May’s conviction marks a critical step toward justice for Wilson, who endured unimaginable trauma but ultimately found the strength to break free. This case serves as a chilling reminder of the urgent need to combat human trafficking and support survivors in their fight for justice.