‘S*x Racket’ Busted in West Bengal: Police Bust Trafficking Racket in Uttar Dinajpur, Rescue 17 Minor Girls
Police in West Bengal’s Uttar Dinajpur district have busted an alleged commercial s*x racket, resulting in the rescue of 17 minor girls and the arrest of four individuals. The law enforcement operation was executed in the Islampur police station jurisdiction following targeted intelligence collection.
Police have busted an alleged s*x trafficking racket in West Bengal's Uttar Dinajpur district and rescued 17 minor girls during a raid in the Islampur police station area, officials said on Saturday. Four people have been arrested in connection with the case, while efforts are underway to trace other suspects who allegedly fled during the operation. According to a senior police officer, the raid was carried out based on credible intelligence inputs. Police teams used drones during the operation to monitor the area and ensure the safe rescue of all the girls.
Officials said the coordinated operation was conducted without any casualties, and all the rescued minors were brought to safety. S*x Racket Busted in Pune: Prostitution Racket Operating Under Guise of Spa in Wakad, Owner and Manager Arrested.
Victims Belong to Three States
Police said the rescued girls are between 11 and 17 years of age. Of the 17 victims, 13 are from Bihar, three from West Bengal and one from Assam. Following the rescue, the girls were produced before the Child Welfare Committee (CWC). After counselling, they were shifted to government-run shelter homes, where they will receive care and rehabilitation support.
Investigation Underway
Preliminary investigations indicate that the girls had allegedly been subjected to repeated s*xual exploitation. Police have registered a case and are questioning the four arrested individuals to determine the full extent of the alleged trafficking network. Authorities are also working to identify and apprehend other accused who managed to escape during the raid. S*x Racket Busted in Delhi: Police Rescue Four Women During Anti-Trafficking Raid in Paharganj.
Police Vow Strict Action
Police said those involved in the trafficking and exploitation of minors will face strict legal action. Investigators are examining all possible links to establish whether the alleged racket operated beyond the district. The investigation remains ongoing, with officials continuing efforts to dismantle the network and ensure justice for the rescued girls.
Women and Child Helpline Numbers:
Childline India – 1098; Missing Child and Women – 1094; Women’s Helpline – 181; National Commission for Women Helpline – 112; National Commission for Women Helpline Against Violence – 7827170170; Police Women and Senior Citizen Helpline – 1091/1291.
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