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BREAKING: Judge Denies Bail Reduction for Accused Bellevue Only Fans Trafficker Nikita Tyukalo

Victim petitions court with stirring testimony, Tyukalo held over pending trial, Omnibus hearing to follow today.

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Jun 30, 2026
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SEATTLE — It’s hard out here for a pimp. Accused Bellevue human trafficker Nikita Tyukalo will not be getting a discount on his freedom.

During a brisk, 30-minute hearing Tuesday morning, a King County judge flatly denied a defense motion to reduce Tyukalo’s bail.

Key to the decision: stirring victim testimony and the fact that the 21-year-old alleged le…

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