Waukesha sex trafficking acts; man sentenced to 30 years
Cornelius Jackson
WAUKESHA, Wis. - A 35-year-old Waukesha man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison after being convicted of sex trafficking.
Cornelius M. Jackson was sentenced after being convicted of four counts of sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion, and one count of conspiracy to commit sex trafficking.
After the 30 years, Jackson has 10 more years of supervised release.
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U.S. District Judge Brett Ludwig said it’s "hard to overstate the seriousness" of Jackson’s conduct, describing how he had "manipulated, used violence, and coerced many young women to sell their bodies for the sexual gratification of others" over a period of six years.
Using the internet and dating apps, federal prosecutors say Jackson recruited victims for sex trafficking and forced women into sex acts across the country.
Waukesha man convicted, sex trafficking acts across the country
On Wednesday, Nov. 15, a jury found Jackson guilty of four counts of sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion – and conspiracy to engage in sex trafficking.
Between 2014 and 2020, investigators say Jackson forced female victims into sex acts in Waukesha, Milwaukee, Green Bay and even in other states like Minnesota, North Dakota and Ohio.
Victims testified Jackson would strangle them. They said Jackson, also known by the nickname "Grillz," would keep all their money.
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"The sentence imposed in this case reflects the pervasive and relentless harm Mr. Jackson inflicted on his victims," said U.S. Attorney Haanstad. "Along with our federal, state, and local partners, we are committed to pursuing justice for Mr. Jackson’s victims, who displayed strength and determination in making sure their stories were heard."
Jackson is also required to register as a sex offender for life. He was convicted in November 2023.