Connect with us

Hi, what are you looking for?

World

200 captive women, girls freed from Colombia sex ring

-

Police in Bogota on Saturday rescued some 200 young women and girls who were being held against their will and sexually exploited, city officials said.

Mayor Enrique Penalosa told a press conference that the youngsters were held in the heart of the city, not far from the center of government.

"We will not tolerate the exploitation of children anywhere in Bogota, and certainly not just six blocks from the Casa Narino (the presidential palace) and city hall," Penalosa said.

Police, assisted by military units, carried out a raid in a notorious section of Bogota known as The Bronx, plagued by rampant drug trafficking and prostitution rings.

One of the victims was found hidden behind a wall, hands and feet shackled.

The youngest victims were taken into custody by child welfare authorities.

Several suspects, said to be members of criminal gangs, were taken into custody.

President Juan Manuel Santos pledged the full cooperation of his administration as the operation continues.

Police in Bogota on Saturday rescued some 200 young women and girls who were being held against their will and sexually exploited, city officials said.

Mayor Enrique Penalosa told a press conference that the youngsters were held in the heart of the city, not far from the center of government.

“We will not tolerate the exploitation of children anywhere in Bogota, and certainly not just six blocks from the Casa Narino (the presidential palace) and city hall,” Penalosa said.

Police, assisted by military units, carried out a raid in a notorious section of Bogota known as The Bronx, plagued by rampant drug trafficking and prostitution rings.

One of the victims was found hidden behind a wall, hands and feet shackled.

The youngest victims were taken into custody by child welfare authorities.

Several suspects, said to be members of criminal gangs, were taken into custody.

President Juan Manuel Santos pledged the full cooperation of his administration as the operation continues.

AFP
Written By

With 2,400 staff representing 100 different nationalities, AFP covers the world as a leading global news agency. AFP provides fast, comprehensive and verified coverage of the issues affecting our daily lives.

You may also like:

Tech & Science

Under new legislation that passed the House of Representatives last week, TikTok could be banned in the United States.

Social Media

Wanna buy some ignorance? You’re in luck.

Life

Platforms like Instagram and Pinterest often suggest travel destinations based on your likes and viewing habits.

Business

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said the carrier was reviewing recent incidents and would redouble safety initiatives as needed - Copyright AFP Logan CyrusUnited...