FOUND: Trafficking - What They Never Told You

Men Make Up 70% of Convicted Traffickers as UN Warns Abusers Can Be Partners or Parents

The latest UNODC report finds men make up about 70% of convicted traffickers, while partners, parents and acquaintances can also exploit victims and detection remains limited.

International Business Times UK · 16h ago

10,000 new police personnel to be recruited in Punjab to root out drug menace: Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced plans for 10,000 new police recruitments to combat drug problems effectively. He emphasized the police's full autonomy to act against drug trafficking in communities. The state government is enhancing police resources and integrating technology-driven approaches in their operations. Discussions with the Centre aim to…

The Economic Times · Oct 3

Shield of Americas in Action: Bolivia's Top Prosecutor Nailed in Cash-Stuffed Ambulance Getaway

Bolivia arrested Attorney General Roger Mariaca and 13 others days after the U.S. revoked his visa over bribery and drug-trafficking accusations.

Latin Times · Oct 3

'Mayito Flaco' Is Now Listed in Mexico City: DEA Updates Wanted Profile as U.S. Hits His Cartel Network

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration has updated its wanted profile for Ismael Zambada Sicairos, better known as "Mayito Flaco," with Mexico City listed as his latest known location, as the United States simultaneously moves against two networks it says are part of the Sinaloa Cartel faction he leads.

Latin Times · Oct 1

Republican Senate Nominee Ken Paxton's Office Gave No-Jail Plea Deals in Three Other Sex Abuse Cases, Records Show

Court records show Ken Paxton's office offered no-jail deals in multiple Texas sex-abuse and trafficking cases, including La Vernia athletes and a sheriff.

International Business Times UK · Oct 1

Man bailed after allegedly trafficking woman to Egypt

A 44-year-old man allegedly cancelled a woman's return flight to Australia while she was in Egypt, and impersonated her online to cancel her visa.

AAP · Oct 1

Cocaine worth more than $10M was stored in court as evidence in a drug trafficking trial, only to be replaced with flour

A massive amount of cocaine held as evidence at the Suva High Court in Fiji has been swapped for flour, leaving authorities to account for 39 kilograms of missing narcotics, ABC News reports. This haul could be worth as much as $15 million on the street, depending on the purity…

We Got This Covered · Sep 30

Southcom General Won't Rule Out Land Strikes on Cartels: "All Options Are on the Table"

SOUTHCOM's top general confirms land strikes on cartels are "options," as the Pentagon expands its drug war from boat strikes to ground operations across Latin America.

Latin Times · Sep 30

Rs 3,000 crore drugs seized from Iranian boat in Arabian Sea; 5 Pak nationals detained

The Indian Coast Guard conducted an operation on September 25, resulting in the seizure of significant drugs. Five Pakistani nationals were detained during this joint operation with Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad. The drugs, valued at over Rs 3,000 crore, were transported by an Iranian boat. This operation emphasized the commitment to…

The Economic Times · Sep 30

U.S. Restricts Visas of Officials in Bolivia, Colombia and Peru Over Corruption and Drug-Trafficking Allegations

The U.S. has imposed visa restrictions on key officials in Bolivia, Colombia, and Peru over alleged links to corruption and drug trafficking.

Latin Times · Sep 29