The joint investigation by the National Crime Agency and Belgian police has led to the arrest of three Afghan nationals involved in a major people smuggling operation, emphasizing the effectiveness of international collaboration in tackling such serious crimes.
Belgian prosecutors highlighted the gang's horrific actions, including transporting migrants through perilous routes and committing serious sexual offences against vulnerable male minors, ultimately using blackmail against victims. This underscores the severe risks migrants face at the hands of traffickers.
The sentences handed down to Ahmedzai, Khan, and Banghis—ten and three years respectively—demonstrate the judicial system's commitment to addressing these heinous crimes and setting a precedent for future cases involving human trafficking and abuse.
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