Eight Women Rescued in Major Human Trafficking Bust Across Spain and Portugal

A major human trafficking operation led to the rescue of eight women across Spain and Portugal, highlighting ongoing criminal networks in Europe.

• In a coordinated effort, the Mossos dEsquadra and the Civil Guard (Spain) dismantled a human trafficking organization, resulting in the rescue of eight women.
• The operation led to the arrest of three individuals, including two in Portugal and one in Lleida, as part of the crackdown on trafficking networks.
• The victims, primarily from South America, were exploited by the criminal group operating across Spain and Portugal, underscoring the transnational nature of human trafficking.