Eleven human trafficking victims rescued in Mt Lambert

A coordinated intelligence-led operation in the North Eastern Division has led to the rescue of 11 foreign women believed to be victims of human trafficking. 

In a statement, the TTPS said the operation, which targeted a suspected human trafficking network was conducted on Wednesday by officers attached to an intelligence unit in collaboration with the officers from the Port of Spain Division and the Immigration Enforcement Unit.

After receiving intelligence that women were being held against their will and sexually exploited at a house located on Fletcher Street, Mt. Lambert; officers proceeded to the residence and discovered 12 Venezuelan females in an apartment at the rear of the premises.

Upon further assessment by Immigration Enforcement Officers, it was determined that 11 of the women had entered Trinidad and Tobago illegally, while one had legal entry status.

Additionally, a male Cuban national was also found at the location. He was determined to be under a Ministerial Deportation Order since 2019 and was detained by officers.

The rescued women who are between the ages of 18 and 32, were transported to the St. Joseph Police Station, where they are being interviewed by Immigration Enforcement Officers and the Counter-Trafficking Unit (CTU).

“The TTPS remains committed to combating human trafficking and ensuring the safety of all individuals within our borders. The public is encouraged to report any suspicious activity to the authorities,” the statement said.

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