What is the Register of British Slave Traders and whom does it identify? Three years of research has uncovered 13,000 people who invested in Britain’s trafficking of enslaved Africans The Guardian - UK · Sep 14
Andrew 'breached security rules to take young women to Buckingham Palace', FBI told THE disgraced former prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor allegedly breached security rules to secretly take young women into Buckingham Palace, a… The National (Scotland) · Sep 13
San Jose ‘Karen’ allegedly accused a father of trafficking his own daughter because she was white, and he caught her on camera The suspect had similar incidents in her past. We Got This Covered · Sep 13
Colombia’s cocaine-funded militias turn to drones as far-right president launches all-out war IN FOCUS: Caught in the crossfire of an increasingly violent internal war are the civilians living around Colombia’s primary cocaine trafficking routes in northern and western areas of the country. Alex Croft reports The Independent UK · Sep 13
"BRICS New Delhi Declaration reflects India's diplomatic success, turns diversity into strength," say experts The New Delhi Declaration showcased India's diplomatic success in uniting diverse BRICS members. Experts noted India's skill in managing contradictions and leveraging diversity for cooperation. The declaration addressed global challenges like terrorism and human trafficking, promoting stability. It also highlighted opportunities for enhanced cooperation between member nations. Implementation of the… The Economic Times · Sep 13
Civil Lawsuit Against Singer D4vd Alleges Wrongful Death, Sexual Battery and Human Trafficking The family of Celeste Rivas Hernandez has sued singer D4vd and others, alleging wrongful death, sexual abuse and human trafficking. The claims remain untested in court. International Business Times UK · Sep 12
San Jose woman arrested after video accusing father of trafficking his 6-year-old daughter goes viral A San Jose woman who went viral after accusing a father of sex-trafficking his own 6-year-old daughter because he is a man of color and the girl appears white has been arrested on suspicion of stalking and hate crimes, police said. The Times of India · Sep 11
Russia's foreign recruit drive amounts to human trafficking, Amnesty International says In a new report, human rights advocates say that in many cases the recruitment of foreigners into Russia's army amounts to the crime of human trafficking. Euronews · Sep 11
Ex-NFL Running Back Gets Five-Year Prison Sentence, $30,000 Fine for Involvement in Illegal Dog Fighting Former NFL running back LeShon Johnson has been sentenced to five years in federal prison after being convicted of operating an Oklahoma dogfighting and trafficking operation. International Business Times UK · Sep 11
RFK Jr. accuses Democrats of turning federal government into ‘child trafficking ring’ Trump health secretary latches on to conspiracy theory blaming Biden administration for supposed disappearances of migrant children The Independent UK · Sep 11
Ex-Venezuelan first lady Cilia Flores seeks release from jail, citing heart ailment Venezuela’s former first lady wants to be let out of jail while she and her husband await trial on U.S. drug trafficking charges The Independent UK · Sep 10
Trump list of US-designated 'foreign terrorist organizations' in Latin America grows to 21 The Trump administration has designated 21 Latin American and Caribbean criminal groups as “foreign terrorist organizations,” with the latest an Ecuadorian group added to the list on Wednesday The Independent UK · Sep 10
India launches trafficking investigation after five baby orangutans found abandoned in forest Orangutans are found in the wild only in Indonesia and Malaysia The Independent UK · Sep 10
Rubio says US is working with allies to counter drugs but will 'still blow up ships if need be' US Secretary Marco Rubio detailed a new US strategy for combating drug trafficking in Latin American waters. The United States will now prioritize joint operations with allied nations, respecting their laws. This approach follows a year of unilateral strikes against alleged narcotraffickers in international waters. Ecuador has become a key… The Economic Times · Sep 10
France 24 · Sep 9 Rubio to seek $45 million in additional security funding for Ecuador US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday that Washington would seek $45 million in additional security funding for Ecuador and provide military equipment as the two countries deepen cooperation against drug trafficking. During a visit to Quito, Rubio also announced new sanctions on former Ecuadorian officials involved in bribery…
The Guardian - UK · Sep 9 Notorious Ecuadorian crime gang designated a terrorist group by US Trump administration to seek extra funding from Congress to ‘dismantle’ Los Tiguerones over narcotics trafficking
International Business Times UK · Sep 9 Andrew and Tristan Tate Lose Bail Bid as Miami Judge Labels Them 'Quintessential Flight Risks' Andrew and Tristan Tate remain in US custody after a judge deemed them flight risks amid extradition proceedings to the UK over serious allegations, while also facing charges in Romania.
The Guardian - US · Sep 9 Andrew and Tristan Tate denied US bail as brothers fight extradition to UK Brothers, arrested in Miami in July on UK rape and sex trafficking charges, to remain in custody in Florida
Evening Standard · Sep 9 Tate brothers must stay behind bars during UK extradition fight, says US judge The pair failed to demonstrate ‘they do not present a risk of flight or danger to the community’, according to a Miami magistrate.
The Economic Times · Sep 9 Rubio promises security cooperation to Colombia's new president US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Colombia's new president, Abelardo De La Espriella. They discussed enhancing security cooperation against drug trafficking and improving economic ties. Colombia seeks US assistance with aircraft, radar, and anti-money-laundering tools. Rubio also plans visits to Ecuador and Peru to meet aligned leaders. The…
International Business Times UK · Sep 8 'You Will Burn in Hell': MAGA Woman Accuses Black Dad Walking With Biracial Daughter of Child Trafficking A San Jose father was accused of trafficking his own daughter during a morning walk, sparking online outrage and highlighting racial biases. The incident was recorded and shared on TikTok.
AAP · Sep 8 Alleged 850kg coke smuggler 'told it was tobacco' A young Lithuanian man on trial with four other people for allegedly importing almost a tonne of cocaine says he thought he was trafficking tobacco.
The Independent UK · Sep 8 US blows up Ecuadorian ship it linked to Los Choneros drug trafficking A video accompanying the announcement showed military personnel boarding a ship
International Business Times UK · Sep 7 Foster Mother Accused of Trading Girl for an Exotic Monkey Walks Free Without Serving Prison Time Brenda Deutsch, 70, avoids prison after pleading guilty to child endangerment in Missouri. Allegations included trading a child for a monkey, but no trafficking charges were filed.
Euronews · Sep 7 Popular Egyptian TV presenter Sarah Khalifa faces appeal battle after death sentence Khalifa and 11 others face death sentences in a major synthetic drug trafficking case, with appeals and further legal challenges expected.