Global Operation Liberterra II Leads to Over 2,500 Arrests in Human Trafficking Crackdown
The largest-ever international effort against human trafficking rescued over 3,000 potential victims across 116 countries.
- Interpol coordinated the operation from September 29 to October 4, marking it as their biggest crackdown on human trafficking and people smuggling.
- A total of 2,517 arrests were made worldwide, with 850 specifically related to human trafficking or migrant smuggling charges.
- Authorities rescued 3,222 potential victims, including minors forced into labor and individuals coerced into illegal activities across various regions.
- The operation involved nearly eight million checks against Interpol's databases and reinforced border security at strategic points.
- Interpol emphasized the importance of coordinated international action to combat the exploitative practices of organized crime groups.