COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Two members of a violent human trafficking ring in south Columbus have been sentenced to life in prison, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced.

James Antwan Dukes-Johnson, 29, and Michael Anthony Davis, 22, were convicted on May 8 by a Franklin County jury on charges including aggravated murder, trafficking in persons, and promoting prostitution.

“These dangerous criminals are a menace to the public, committing murder, forcing women into prostitution and trafficking deadly drugs,” Yost said. “With today’s sentences, they forfeit their ability to be members of society.”

What were the sentences for murder, human trafficking?

Dukes-Johnson and Davis will be eligible for parole after 96 and 81 years, respectively. Upon release, both will be required to regist

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