As reported by Reuters, France took behavior on Friday, grounding a charter aircraft carrying 303 American people from the UAE to Nicaragua due to alleged human trafficking problems.
Indians were transported by the Airbus A340 operated by Legend Airlines, which made a professional layover at Vatry airport in eastern France’s Marne region.
Following an unnamed tip-off that the passengers may be trafficking victims, European authorities launched a criminal investigation. Two people were detained by the particular organized crime unit for questioning, with the focus on their travel plans and the conditions of the passengers.
Authorities speculated that the people, who included minors, may possess intended to travel improperly through Central America to the US or Canada.
This is consistent with new trends, as there have been over 97, 000 Indians entering the US improperly between October 2022 and September of the following year, a significant increase in illegal immigration from India.
European officials have asked people to stay in the aircraft terminal while the investigation is ongoing. The Indian ambassador in France is constantly involved, offering diplomatic access and looking into the circumstances for the safety of the travelers.
The airport converted its reception hall into a short-term space furnished with specific bedrooms for customer satisfaction, according to the prefect’s business.
Regulators continue to look into the situation in an effort to protect and handle the involved customers safely.
SOURCE: 303 Indians are detained by France after it is suspected that they are involved in human prostitution.
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