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Published on February 04, 2025
Las Vegas Shocker, Esteemed Defense Lawyer Gary Guymon Cuffed for Sex Trafficking and Murder PlotSource: Unsplash/Michael Förtsch

Las Vegas has been rocked by the recent news that Gary Guymon, a 62-year-old criminal defense attorney known previously for his defensive prowess in the courtroom, has been arrested under charges that have sent shockwaves through the Nevada legal community. The news, first reported by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, indicates a betrayal of the trust inherent to the position of a defense lawyer.

Guymon’s arrest on the 3rd of February by Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department detectives came after an investigation that revealed a harrowing pattern of alleged victimization. According to Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department's official statement, he was using his role to prey on individuals caught in the snare of sex trafficking and prostitution—a grave misuse of power. The charges against him include sex trafficking, three counts of pandering, three counts of bribing or intimidating witnesses, perjury, conspiracy to commit murder, solicitation to commit murder, and sexually motivated coercion.

These allegations are complicated because the position meant to protect the rights of the accused is now linked to exploitation and coercion. The police department is encouraging potential victims to come forward. Anyone with information can contact Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Detectives at 702-828-3251 or reach out to Crime Stoppers anonymously.