Verónica and her then-14-year-old older sister were lured into the universe of cross-border underage sex trafficking, where foreign tourists prey on minors.
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Sandra, a teenage girl who wears her curly brown hair tied back in braids, awaited the instant message on her mobile phone. The instructions were matter of fact: Wear makeup and a short skirt. If possible, don a crop top.