Sherri Papini, the Northern California woman who mysteriously reappeared after allegedly being kidnapped and abused by two Hispanic women in November 2016, is facing up to eight months in prison for fabricating the story.
Who is Sherri Papini?
Sherri Papini is a 34-year-old mother of two from Redding, California. In November of 2016, she made headlines after she claimed to have been kidnapped by two Hispanic women and held captive for 22 days.
Papini told authorities that she was abducted while jogging near her home. She said that her captors kept her chained to a bed and tortured her. She also claimed that they branded her with a hot iron and cut off her hair.
However, many people were skeptical of Papini’s story. Some suggested that she had made up the whole thing as a way to get attention. Others speculated that she may have been involved in a drug deal gone bad.
Papini was eventually arrested and charged with making false statements to police. If convicted, she faces up to six months in prison.
What Happened to Sherri Papini?
In November 2016, Sherri Papini disappeared while jogging near her home in Redding, California. Her husband, Keith Papini, reported her missing, and a massive search ensued. A few weeks later, Sherri was found alive on the side of the road. She claimed that she had been kidnapped by two Hispanic women and held captive for 22 days.
However, authorities began to suspect that Sherri’s story was a hoax. They discovered that she had been having an affair and had been messaging men on a dating website before she disappeared. Sherri also had bruises on her body that were not consistent with her story of being chained up and beaten.
Keith stuck by Sherri’s side, and they both maintained that her story was true. However, prosecutors now believe that Sherri made up the entire story and are seeking 18 months in prison for her.
Prosecutors Seeking 8 Months In Prison, Other Charges
Sherri Papini, the California mother who staged her own kidnapping in 2016, could face up to eight months in prison after prosecutors filed new charges against her.
Papini was originally charged with four felonies related to the hoax, but pleaded guilty to just two of those charges in August 2017. She was sentenced to four years in prison and was released on bail pending an appeal.
Now, prosecutors are seeking a harsher sentence for Papini, alleging that she violated the terms of her release by failing to comply with mental health treatment and not attending drug and alcohol counseling.
If convicted of the new charges, Papini could face up to eight months in prison and a $10,000 fine. She is scheduled to be arraigned on the new charges on March 14.
The Facts of the Case
In 2016, Sherri Papini was abducted while jogging near her home in Redding, California. She was found three weeks later, chains still attached to her wrists and ankles. Her husband, Keith Papini, immediately reported her missing and a massive search ensued.
Papini told authorities that she had been kidnapped by two Hispanic women who had branded her with a message using a hot iron. She said she was beaten and starved during her captivity. Her story made national headlines.
However, authorities began to doubt Papini’s story after they could not find any evidence to support it. They also discovered that she had been sending messages to a male friend during her “captivity.”
Papini was eventually charged with filing a false police report and faces up to eight months in prison.
In November of 2016, Sherri Papini disappeared while jogging near her home in Redding, California. Her husband, Keith Papini, reported her missing and a massive search ensued. Sherri was found 22 days later, bound with restraints and with a chain around her waist. She claimed to have been abducted by two Hispanic women who had held her captive for the entire time she was missing.
However, there are several inconsistencies in Sherri’s story. For example, she was found with her hair cut short and dyed blonde. This does not fit with her claim that she was kept chained up and not allowed to groom herself. In addition, there are no witnesses or surveillance footage of the women who allegedly abducted Sherri.
Prosecutors believe that Sherri made up the story of her abduction as a way to get attention. They are seeking 18 months in prison for her, as well as restitution for the cost of the search for her.
Conclusion
In the end, it is up to the jury to decide whether or not Sherri Papini will face jail time for her role in the kidnapping hoax. However, prosecutors are asking for a sentence of 9 months in prison, which they believe is appropriate given the severity of the crime. Regardless of the outcome, this case has brought to light the issue of hoaxes and how they can impact those involved.
