BREAKING: Carl Ferrer, the CEO of Backpage. com, was arrested in Houston hours ago by Texas authorities as part of a joint investigation. He is now facing pimping and related charges in California.
Earlier this year, Nightline investigated Backpage. com after Ferrer failed to show up to a Senate human trafficking hearing about his site. After he didn't respond to our request for an interview -- Nightline tracked him down to look for answers.
Prostitution is illegal unless you pay for a license and videotape it, welcome to America