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- calendar_today November 7, 2026
Authorities Uncover Juvenile Human Trafficking in Marion County
Two Lebanon, Kentucky residents have been charged with multiple offenses after authorities discovered evidence of human trafficking involving a juvenile victim in Marion County, according to the Kentucky State Police.
Investigation Leads to Indictments
The case began earlier this year when troopers, while conducting an unrelated investigation, uncovered information that indicated a juvenile victim was involved in human trafficking. Following an extensive investigation, a grand jury returned indictments for two individuals: 59-year-old James Greg Boswell and 43-year-old Amanda Sweazy, both residents of Lebanon, Kentucky.
Charges Against the Accused
James Greg Boswell faces several serious charges, including:
- Human trafficking – commercial sexual activity (victim under 18)
- Human trafficking – commercial sexual activity
- Promotion of use of a minor in sexual activity
- First-degree unlawful transaction with a minor under 18 – illegal controlled substance
- Persistent felony offender
Amanda Sweazy has been charged with:
- Promoting human trafficking (victim under 18)
- Promoting human trafficking
- First-degree unlawful transaction with a minor under 18 – illegal controlled substance
- Persistent felony offender
Additional Drug-Related Allegations
Authorities report that during the investigation, upon arriving at Boswell's residence, troopers detected a strong odor of marijuana. This led to the procurement of a search warrant. Subsequent search of the property resulted in the discovery of controlled substances and drug paraphernalia.
Boswell was additionally charged with:
- Third-degree trafficking controlled substances, second or greater offense
- Trafficking in marijuana, second or greater offense
- Possession of drug paraphernalia
Arrests and Detention
Both Boswell and Sweazy were arrested on Thursday and are being held at the Marion County Detention Center. Boswell's bond is set at $100,000, while Sweazy's bond is set at $50,000. The Kentucky State Police indicate that the investigation is ongoing and further details may emerge as the case progresses.
Source: wnky.com.
