The Latest Breaking News from Trafficking

Helpline sees rise in suspected modern slavery cases among care workers

The Unseen charity works to support survivors of trafficking and modern slavery.

The Independent UK · Oct 23, 2023

Bengaluru NIA team arrests man wanted in Sri Lanka human trafficking case

NIA ATT arrests Imran Khan, a notorious smuggler, in a human trafficking case involving 38 Sri Lankan nationals. He was wanted by multiple law enforcement agencies. Khan was the main conduit responsible for transporting the Sri Lankans to India and other nations. 13 suspects have been arraigned in the case.

The Hindu · Oct 22, 2023

Anthony Albanese urged to halt Daniel Duggan’s US extradition during meeting with president

Today marks the one-year anniversary since Duggan’s arrest and being held in maximum-security prison for allegedly breaching US arms trafficking laws

The Guardian - AU · Oct 21, 2023

Human trafficking awareness rally organised in Besant Nagar

Over 200 people from corporates, colleges, and NGOs joined the ‘Walk for Freedom’ in Chennai to show solidarity for victims of human trafficking and raise awareness. The event, in its fourth year, was led by The Movement India in partnership with NGOs, colleges, corporates, and the community. 25,000 participants joined…

The Hindu · Oct 14, 2023

Rare birdwing butterflies star in federal case against NY man accused of trafficking insects

Federal prosecutors in New York are seeking forfeiture of a collection of 1,000 butterflies, moths and other insects that authorities say were illegally trafficked

The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2023

Utah women accuse ex-chief of anti-child trafficking group of sexual assault

Lawsuit comes after Ballard stepped down as head of organization over similar claims in August

The Guardian - US · Oct 11, 2023

Revealed: Amazon linked to trafficking of workers in Saudi Arabia

Dozens of contract workers at Amazon warehouses say they were tricked into toiling and living in grueling, squalid conditions

The Guardian - US · Oct 10, 2023

McDonald’s and Amazon’s ties to alleged labor trafficking: five key takeaways

Foreign workers at the Middle East locations of US and UK brands allege low pay, harsh conditions and a legal limbo with few protections

The Guardian - US · Oct 10, 2023

McDonald’s and Chuck E Cheese tied to alleged foreign worker exploitation

Workers contracted to work for western brands in Saudi Arabia have described conditions as ‘like jail’

The Guardian - US · Oct 10, 2023

Families of the executed appeal to ‘heartless’ Singapore for change

Families call for moratorium on executions and review of the use of the death penalty in the city state.

Al Jazeera · Oct 10, 2023