Amanda Wixon

Amanda Wixon, a 56-year-old mother of ten from Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, UK, has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for false imprisonment and subjecting a vulnerable woman to over 25 years of forced labor and abuse. The victim, who has a learning disability, was a teenager when Wixon began exploiting her. Wixon forced the woman to work as a 'house slave' in squalid conditions, depriving her of freedom, adequate food, and basic hygiene. The victim was essentially imprisoned, living off scraps and washing in secret at night. The case has gained significant attention due to the extreme length and severity of the abuse, described as 'Dickensian' in nature. The sentencing marks a significant development, bringing a degree of justice to the victim and highlighting the ongoing issue of modern slavery and exploitation.