Federal authorities have indicted 39‑year‑old DeSoto resident Felix Omoruyi on several serious charges, including sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion and sex trafficking of a minor. The indictment, issued by a federal grand jury, also accuses Omoruyi of attempting to destroy, alter, or conceal documents and of obstruction and interference with the enforcement of the sex‑trafficking statute.

According to court documents cited by Fox 4, Omoruyi compelled five adult women to perform commercial sex acts in Texas and other locations for his financial benefit between 2007 and 2025. One of those victims was trafficked beginning when she was a minor. After his arrest in November 2025, prosecutors say he tried to destroy evidence by contacting victims and witnesses to influence their statements and testimony.

The same details were reported by Fox 26 and Fox 7, confirming the federal grand jury’s findings and the timeline of alleged offenses. All three outlets note that the information comes directly from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Texas.

If convicted, Omoruyi faces a potential sentence ranging from 15 years to life in prison, along with mandatory restitution to the victims. The case underscores the ongoing threat of human‑trafficking operations that can affect communities far beyond major metropolitan areas.

Local residents are urged to remain vigilant. Anyone with information about human trafficking is encouraged to contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1‑888‑373‑7888.

What’s next: Omoruyi’s case will proceed through the federal court system, with a sentencing hearing scheduled if a conviction is secured. Community groups in DeSoto are planning awareness events and will coordinate with law‑enforcement agencies to educate the public on recognizing and reporting trafficking activity.

Sources: fox4news.com, fox26houston.com, fox7austin.com