Smallville Actor Allison Mack Released from Prison after Serving Two Years for Sex-Trafficking Case
By Adam Starkey | 5th July 2023
Actor Allison Mack has been released from prison after serving two years for her involvement in a sex-trafficking case. Mack, who is best known for starring in Smallville, was sentenced to three years in prison in 2021 for manipulating women into becoming sex slaves for NXIVM leader Keith Raniere. She previously pleaded guilty in 2019.
Mack’s Apology and Cooperating with Prosecutors
According to online records by the Federal Bureau of Prisons, Mack was released on Monday (July 3) from federal prison in Dublin, California. Mack avoided a longer prison sentence by cooperating with prosecutors and providing information on Raniere, including an audio recording of the cult leader instructing her about the branding ceremonies for the recruited DOS slaves.
A Public Apology and Regret
As reported by the New York newspaper Albany Times Union, Mack apologised prior to her sentencing for her involvement in the group. She expressed remorse and regret, admitting that her complete devotion to Keith Raniere and her belief in his teachings was a mistake.
“It is now of paramount importance to me to say, from the bottom of my heart, I am so sorry. I threw myself into the teachings of Keith Raniere with everything I had… I believed, whole-heartedly, that his mentorship was leading me to a better, more enlightened version of myself. I devoted my loyalty, my resources, and, ultimately, my life to him. This was the biggest mistake and greatest regret of my life.”
Keith Raniere’s Sentencing
In 2020, Raniere was sentenced to 120 years in prison for multiple crimes, including sex trafficking, wire fraud conspiracy, and racketeering charges. He is currently serving his sentence in a federal prison in Tucson, Arizona.
About NXIVM and Other Involved Individuals
Raniere co-founded NXIVM in 1998 as a self-help programme. The group attracted high-profile individuals, including the son of a former Mexican president and the daughter of actor Catherine Oxenberg. It operated under the guise of personal development but was exposed as a sex trafficking cult.
Seeking Help and Support
For individuals seeking help, advice, or more information regarding sexual harassment, assault, and rape, organizations such as Rape Crisis in the UK and RAINN in the US provide valuable resources and support.
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