The Latest Breaking News from Trafficking

India proposes dedicated BRICS Virtual Working Group to combat drug trafficking

In a proactive move, India has suggested establishing a dedicated virtual working group within BRICS to address the increasingly sophisticated patterns of narcotics trafficking. Director General Anurag Garg noted that modern drug trafficking has become a global crisis, with a particular emphasis on synthetic drugs and the importance of collaborative…

The Economic Times · Jul 6

25 killed, hundreds wounded after clashes break out in Sri Lankan prison

Tragic violence at Sri Lanka's Negombo prison has claimed 19 lives and injured 72, including security personnel. Clashes between rival inmate groups, reportedly over drug trafficking, escalated after prisoners seized firearms. Authorities have deployed special forces to restore order and launched multiple investigations into the deadly unrest. Security remains on…

The Times of India · Jul 6

Lanka prison clash: Death toll rises to 19

Tragic violence has erupted at Sri Lanka's Negombo prison, claiming 19 lives and injuring 72. The unrest, fueled by a clash between rival inmate groups over alleged drug trafficking, escalated when prisoners seized weapons. Authorities have deployed special forces and launched multiple investigations to restore order and understand the full…

The Economic Times · Jul 6

Thai cabin crew heroin case expands

Thailand is preparing to elevate a cross-border heroin trafficking investigation involving a Thai cabin crew member detained in Australia to special case status, as a wider syndicate and overseas recipient network come into focus.

Bangkok Post · Jul 3

Who Is Nikita Tyukalo? 22-Year-Old OnlyFans Trafficker Whose Terrified Victims Faced Death Threats For Refusing Content

Nikita Tyukalo faces charges for running a trafficking operation from a Bellevue mansion, using violence and fear to control victims. The case involves multiple properties and significant financial transactions.

International Business Times UK · Jul 3

US shows ‘increasingly blatant’ bias over DRC peace deal, says Rwandan minister

The fragile peace process between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo is under renewed pressure, as the United States imposes fresh sanctions over alleged links to mineral trafficking from areas controlled by M23 rebels. Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe tells RFI Kigali is being unfairly blamed – arguing that…

Radio France Internationale · Jul 2

What's behind the viral claims of child trafficking on Vinted?

Millions have viewed videos claiming that children are being sold through coded advertisements on the popular second-hand online marketplace Vinted. What's behind the rumours?

Euronews · Jul 2

Senior police officer arrested in drug crackdown

A police lieutenant colonel and nine other suspects have been arrested in a major drug trafficking crackdown following a year-long investigation, with authorities seizing or freezing assets worth more than 16 million baht.

Bangkok Post · Jul 2

Authorities arrest 10 people accused of facilitating sex trafficking in Los Angeles

Prosecutors said members of the a gang targeted about 51 underage girls and women along LA’s Figueroa corridor

The Guardian - US · Jul 1

Ohio authorities rescue 16 children confined to one room for four years

Parents and grandparents charged as police say case in Hamden not human trafficking but ‘intra-family situation’

The Guardian - US · Jul 1