International Trafficking Gang Arrested for Exploiting African Women in Bangkok

[webfact]

Picture courtesy: Siam Rath

 

Thai authorities have dismantled a cross-border human trafficking ring accused of luring African women into forced sex work in Bangkok’s Sukhumvit tourist district.

 

On 2 December, a coordinated operation led by Thailand’s Department of Special Investigation (DSI) and multiple law enforcement agencies apprehended three suspects: Tanzanian nationals Ms. Lulu

 

and Ms. Suwina (surnames withheld) in Bangkok, and Malian national Mr. Baba (surname withheld) in Nong Khai Province.

The suspects allegedly served as recruiters or "madams," manipulating and coercing African women into sex work for foreign clients.

Picture courtesy: Siam Rath

 

Victims were reportedly deceived, threatened, and subjected to psychological control using cultural superstitions, including witchcraft. The gang is accused of confiscating the victims' earnings and imposing crippling debts tied to travel and visa costs.

 

The investigation stems from DSI Case 34/2024, initiated under the Justice Ministry's directive to combat human trafficking syndicates exploiting vulnerable individuals from Africa.

 

The operation underscores Thailand’s ongoing efforts to safeguard its security and economic stability against such criminal enterprises.

 

The suspects face charges of participating in a transnational organised crime group and conspiracy to commit human trafficking. Legal proceedings are underway, reported Siam Rath.

 

-- 2024-12-04

 

 

[Ulyssesamui]

This is no surprise. I witnessed the large number of African 'ladies' in Sukhumvit Road near to Ashok BTS. Quite amazing and aggressive too.

[watchcat]

5 hours ago, webfact said:

Thai authorities have dismantled a cross-border human trafficking ring accused of luring African women into forced sex work in Bangkok’s Sukhumvit tourist district.

 

I don't think they have to be lured to do this'

[NicoBKK]

40 minutes ago, Ulyssesamui said:

This is no surprise. I witnessed the large number of African 'ladies' in Sukhumvit Road near to Ashok BTS. Quite amazing and aggressive too.

I live in Soi Nana, dozens there staying at the hotels toward the end of the Soi.

[hotchilli]

27 minutes ago, NicoBKK said:

I live in Soi Nana, dozens there staying at the hotels toward the end of the Soi.

And certainly on the game

[Blueman1]

Well Mr. Baba (surname withheld) in Nong Khai hasn't been doing a very good Job,I Ain't Seen ANY African Chicks in Nong Khai.... 

[john donson]

why call it madams? taking all earnings = pimp, human traffickers and sex slaves

 

so that is why so many africans and police never ever check their visa status or do some actual police work

 

television here should start a new series and can branch out... bangkok vice, phuket vice, ...

[Mr Meeseeks]

I have seen them recently on soi 4 and it ain't a pretty sight.

 

Who goes anywhere near these creatures when the local lassies are so lovely?

[JemJem]

Been to the Nana area recently after quite a long time. Saw many freelancers. Yeah, I have noticed quite a high number of African women in various locations there, at least some of whom seem to be on the game. Saw a few Middle Eastern ones at/near Gulliver's. Of course, needless to mention there were many local freelancer lasses too 🙂 Failed to see Russian/Central Asian Republics ones though that evening. But, I think they still mainly hang out at/near the Grace Hotel. I mean, that was the case back in the pre-Covid years. I haven't been to the Grace for several years. 

 

Anyway, all this was not even at a  late time. I was in the area around 8-10 PM. So, I guess the freelance stuff is still going strong. 

[BangkokReady]

On 12/6/2024 at 8:26 AM, john donson said:

why call it madams? taking all earnings = pimp, human traffickers and sex slaves

 

To make it sound better because women are doing it...  🙄

[zmisha]

On 12/6/2024 at 9:32 AM, Mr Meeseeks said:

Who goes anywhere near these creatures when the local lassies are so lovely?

Those who watch Netflix series too often - they prefer really black women.