Spanish National Police, with the help of Europol, have rescued 21 women who had been sexually exploited in different provinces of Spain.
Most women came from Latin America. They had been attracted to Spain with false promises and then forced prostitution to pay a debt of 7,000 euros.
The press release is dated 01.10.24, but the research must have considerable time and resources.
Criminal group burst
A criminal organization was behind the explanation. The Women’s Under even sold to other traffickers for about 1,000 euros. Police detained nine people in the province of Ourense, a Coruña, Burgos, Cuenca and Madrid.
As the traffic worked
The criminal group went to women in vulnerable situations, offering them the opportunity to improvise their lives in Spain. They provided travel documents, hotel reserves and instructions on how to present -as tourists on the border to prevent suspicion. Eleven in Spain, women were Forced to work in brothel In different provinces.
The police operation
During the police operation, officers found several brothels controlled by criminals. Women had to work all day and Criminals took 50% of their earnings. The group also sold Sub of women to other traffic.
The investigation
The investigation began after police retrieved information on a possessible victim of traffic. They soon discovered the criminal network and released women. The operation Ended with the arrest of nine people and the seizure of eight cell phones, 2,895 euros and important documents.
Reporting of human trafficking
This operation is part of the Spanish National Police Plan to combat human trafficking.
The public can report this crime anonymously by calling 900 10 50 90 or by sending an email to trade@policia.es.
This item is based on the information provided by the National Police of Spain (National Police of Spain).
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