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2026-02-26 09:40:15

Kenya Arrests Key Suspect in Russia-Ukraine Recruitment Scandal

A man was arrested in Kenya for allegedly recruiting over 1,000 locals with false job promises, only to send them to fight for Russia in Ukraine. The government is investigating the human trafficking scheme and seeking repatriation. read more

2026-02-04 18:30:03

Democrats: Trump Diverts Anti-Trafficking Funds to Border

House Democrats demand immediate restoration of anti-trafficking resources, arguing Trump's immigration crackdown diverts personnel and funds, undermining efforts to combat child exploitation and human trafficking. They warn this neglects vulnerable youth. read more

2026-01-29 06:10:05

Bangladeshi Men Tricked into Fighting for Russia

Bangladeshi workers are lured to Russia with false job promises, then coerced into fighting in Ukraine. They face beatings and threats. Escaped survivors recount being deceived into signing military contracts and forced to the front lines under duress. read more

2026-01-27 07:40:14

Bangladeshi Workers Tricked into Fighting for Russia in Ukraine

Bangladeshi workers are lured to Russia with false job promises, then coerced into fighting in Ukraine. They face threats, beatings, and imprisonment. Some escape; others are killed or missing. An investigation reveals a trafficking network exploiting economic desperation. read more

2025-03-19 17:20:47

Couple sentenced to decades in prison for child mistreatment

A West Virginia couple, Jeanne Whitefeather and Donald Ray Lantz, received lengthy prison sentences for abusing their adopted Black children. They were found guilty of forced labor, human trafficking, and child abuse, with the judge condemning their actions and ordering significant restitution. read more

2025-02-28 08:40:47

Former Kickboxing World Champion Andrew Tate Faces Arrest for Aggression

Summary: Andrew and Tristan Tate, social media influencers facing human trafficking charges in Romania alongside sexual aggression allegations in the UK, have departed for the US after an arrest warrant was issued. Their controversial history includes a reality TV scandal and multiple legal battles. read more

2025-02-28 04:50:05

Influencer brothers facing trafficking charges land in US after ban

Influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate face human trafficking charges in Romania. The brothers, known for supporting Donald Trump, have landed in the US after lifting a travel ban. Andrew Tate is a kickboxer and self-described misogynist with millions of online followers. read more

2025-01-30 00:20:06

West Virginia couple found guilty of forced labor and neglect

In West Virginia, a white couple found guilty of forced labor, human trafficking, and mistreatment of their adopted Black children. The couple was convicted on multiple counts, including forcing the children to sleep on floors and use buckets as toilets. read more

2025-01-29 23:40:05

West Virginia couple convicted of forced labor and neglect charges

A West Virginia couple, Jeanne Whitefeather and Donald Ray Lantz, were convicted of forced labor and human trafficking of their adopted Black children after mistreatment accusations, including locking them in sheds, using buckets as toilets, and forcing them to sleep on the floor. read more

2025-01-14 21:40:03

West Virginia couple on trial for child abuse and trafficking

Donald Lantz and Jeanne Whitefeather, a white couple from West Virginia, are on trial for child abuse and human trafficking, accused of treating their adopted Black children like 'slaves'. Witnesses reported seeing children forced to work and kept in a shed. read more

2024-11-19 13:50:05

Andrew Tate Secures Victory in Romanian Human Trafficking Trial

Andrew Tate claims a significant win in his human trafficking trial as a court demands prosecutors decide in five days on pursuing the case or withdrawing. The court removed key evidence due to legal violations and inconsistencies in the indictment. read more

2024-11-13 05:50:08

Man Convicted of "Exit Trafficking" for Abandoning Wife in Sudan

Australian man, Mohamed Ahmed Omer, receives four and a half years in jail for "exit trafficking" after tricking his wife into leaving Australia for Sudan, where he abandoned her with their children. read more

2024-10-30 21:20:04

Florida Bail Bondsman Accused of Human Trafficking Scheme Shock

Bail bondsman Russell 'Bruce' Moncrief arrested for running a human trafficking scheme, trading female inmates' freedom for sex. Charged with human trafficking and racketeering, faces up to 125 years in prison if convicted. read more

2024-08-22 18:10:10

Controversial Influencer Andrew Tate Arrested in Romania for Human Trafficking

Andrew Tate, a controversial influencer, is put under house arrest in Romania amidst accusations of human trafficking and sexual exploitation, including involving minors. He and his brother, Tristan, were among six detained. Prosecutors allege the brothers forced victims into producing pornography. read more

2024-07-16 15:40:10

Andrew Tate is banned from leaving Romania as he faces trial for human trafficking, along with his brother and two Romanian suspects. The court overturned a ruling allowing them to move within the EU. Tate, known for promoting an ultra-masculine lifestyle, says he follows God's plan. read more

2024-07-15 22:20:08

Former Brazilian model turned Instagram influencer, Kat Torres, known for partying with Leonardo DiCaprio, sentenced to eight years in Brazilian prison for human trafficking and slavery of women. Investigations started in the US following the disappearance of two Brazilian women recruited by Torres. read more

2024-06-25 23:10:07

White couple accused of locking Black adopted kids in a shed are facing new charges, including human trafficking of a minor. Judge raised their bond to $500,000 each, sending them back to jail. Accusations include forcing labor due to race. read more

2024-06-15 14:40:10

In Mississippi, police found two abducted girls, one dead and the other alive, leading to two suspects' arrest. Evidence of human trafficking was discovered. Callihan, 36, and Cox, 32, face charges of murder and sexual battery. read more

2024-05-17 19:30:10

A 17-year-old human trafficking victim in California texted 911 for help, describing landmarks. The Ventura County Sheriff's Office located and rescued her within 20 minutes through new technology. The suspect, Gerardo Cruz, was arrested and charged. read more

2024-05-13 12:10:05

An American fugitive wanted for human trafficking was arrested in Thailand after fleeing a 25-year jail term in the US. Selva Delano Mudaliar, 37, was tracked down in Bangkok by the Royal Thai Police based on an FBI request, now facing extradition. read more

2024-05-08 18:20:11

A 14-year-old girl has been arrested and charged with the murder of a non-profit founder's daughter, Kendra McIntyre, 20, who was shot in Los Angeles. McIntyre was a trafficking survivor, and her mother, a co-founder of Breaking the Chains nonprofit, suspects the suspect may also be from the streets. read more

2024-05-01 15:00:05

Four arrested in Portugal for holding a man with learning difficulties as a slave for 17 years, causing permanent injuries. The victim escaped from abusive conditions and is receiving support. Arrested suspects face charges of slavery, human trafficking, and forgery. read more

2024-04-26 16:40:05

Andrew Tate and his brother face human-trafficking charges in Romania, set for trial after a court ruling. The influencers deny accusations of forming a sex-exploitation gang. The case will test Romania's anti-organized crime unit. read more