Tag #Child Trafficking

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Pakistani NGO Head Jailed for Alleged Child Smuggling Following US Complaint

A Pakistani NGO head, Dr. Mobina Qasim, was jailed for allegedly smuggling 17 children internationally after a 2023 US Consulate complaint led to a 2025 FIA investigation revealing the NGO lacked proper registration and reporting mechanisms.

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Turkish Pediatrician Arrested for Allegedly Acquiring Newborn

A 57-year-old pediatrician in Kuşadası, Turkey, was arrested for allegedly acquiring a newborn from its mother after birth on July 21st, claiming consent but facing charges of irregular adoption and negligent injury after the baby was injured; the case highlights vulnerabilities in newborn care and ...

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Philippines Condemns Online Baby Sales Amidst Broader Child Exploitation Crisis

The Philippine Commission on Human Rights (CHR) condemned the online sale of babies following documented cases, including a one-month-old infant; Senator Pia Cayetano also called for a Senate investigation into possible criminal organizations involved, highlighting a broader crisis of online child e...

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Sweden Recommends Halt to International Adoptions Following Child Trafficking Inquiry

A Swedish government investigation into international adoptions revealed child trafficking and illegal adoptions from the 1970s-2000s, prompting calls to end such adoptions due to ethical concerns and risk levels; the investigation involved confirmed cases, falsified documents, and lack of informed ...

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South African Mother Sentenced to Life for Selling Daughter

Six-year-old Jocelyn Smith disappeared in South Africa over a year ago; her drug-addicted mother, Rachel Smith, received a life sentence for selling her, highlighting child vulnerability and systemic issues in South Africa.

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South African Mother Receives Life Sentence for Selling Daughter

A South African mother, Racquel Smith, was sentenced to life in prison for selling her six-year-old daughter, Joshlin, for approximately €240-€960; her boyfriend and a friend received 10-year sentences for their involvement in the crime which occurred near Saldanha Bay.

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Ukraine Children Database Sparks Child Trafficking Accusations

Authorities in Russia-annexed Lugansk created an online database cataloging 294 Ukrainian orphan children under 17 for adoption, searchable by physical characteristics, sparking accusations of child trafficking from Save Ukraine's director, following an ICC arrest warrant for Putin and Lvova-Belova ...

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Indonesian Police Bust International Child Trafficking Ring

Indonesian police uncovered an international child trafficking ring that allegedly sold at least 25 newborns in Singapore since 2023, arresting 13 individuals and rescuing six infants under one year old; investigations are ongoing to locate buyers and additional traffickers.

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Trio Sentenced to Life for Trafficking Missing 6-Year-Old in South Africa

A South African court sentenced Kelly Smith, Jacquen Appollis, and Steveno Van Rhun to life imprisonment for trafficking Smith's 6-year-old daughter, Joshlin, who remains missing despite a reward; the trio also received 10-year sentences for kidnapping.

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Biden Admin Accused of Sponsoring Child Trafficking

Health and Human Services whistleblower Tara Rodas alleges the Biden administration's policies led to over 7,000 uninvestigated reports of migrant child human trafficking, contributing to a 65,000+ backlog, with children placed with criminal sponsors; the Trump administration is reportedly addressin...

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South African Mother Receives Life Sentence for Selling Daughter to Healer

In South Africa, Racquel Smith was given a life sentence for selling her six-year-old daughter, Joshlin, to a traditional healer for $1,100; Joshlin is still missing, and her mother's accomplices also received life sentences.

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South African Mother Receives Life Sentence for Selling Daughter

A South African mother, Racquel Smith, received a life sentence for selling her six-year-old daughter, Joshlin, to a traditional healer for £800; Joshlin remains missing despite an extensive search, highlighting the broader issue of child trafficking in the country.

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