Walter Conwell, 41, has been sentenced to 84 months in federal prison and eight years of supervised release for two counts of interstate transportation of an individual for prostitution. The sentencing was announced by the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado.
According to the plea agreement, Conwell recruited two victims to work as prostitutes and transported them across state lines. He advertised their services on multiple websites and made promises such as housing, cars, health insurance, and clothing, none of which were provided. One victim was coerced and harassed by Conwell, who withheld her money and property. The second victim was under 18 years old at the time of the offense. Conwell traveled to Texas and brought the underage victim to Colorado, where he engaged in sex acts with her before promoting her for prostitution.
“Federal prison is the appropriate place for a man who somehow convinced himself it was okay to take everything from these young women and sell them for sex,” said United States Attorney Peter McNeilly. “This case demonstrates our unwavering commitment to pursuing justice for survivors of human trafficking.”
“Like all sex traffickers, this man preyed on people who were vulnerable. The lack of respect he showed for basic human values is appalling,” said FBI Denver Special Agent in Charge Mark Michalek. “His survivors face a difficult recovery process, but they are now on that path and their abuser is in prison, where he belongs. Combatting human trafficking continues to be an FBI priority as we work to keep communities safe.”
Senior United States District Judge Christine M. Arguello presided over the sentencing on August 21, 2025. The investigation was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Assistant United States Attorneys Melissa Hindman and Alecia L. Riewerts prosecuted the case.
Case Number: 1:21-cr-00364-CMA
