Abercrombie & Fitch Probes Sexual Misconduct Allegations Against Former CEO

Abercrombie & Fitch is investigating allegations of sexual misconduct against former CEO Mike Jeffries. Jeffries and his partner Matthew Smith allegedly exploited men at sex events around the world.

A BBC investigation found a network that recruited young men for the events using a middleman, James Jacobson. Some men say they were misled about the nature of the events.

The events allegedly involved Jeffries and Smith engaging in or directing sexual acts with the men, who were paid afterwards. Largest event was in Marrakesh in 2011.

Some men say they felt pressured or coerced to attend events due to promises of modelling opportunities. A lawyer says the allegations could amount to sex trafficking.

Jeffries and Smith did not respond to BBC requests for comment. Jacobson denied wrongdoing and said the men consented.