"India Investigates Alleged Human Trafficking in 'Donkey Flight' Scandal Involving Returnees from France"

TL;DR
The Gujarat CID is investigating a suspected illegal immigration network after a Nicaragua-bound flight from Gujarat was returned from France due to human trafficking suspicions. The Airbus A340, carrying 276 passengers, was grounded for four days before landing in Mumbai. At least 60 passengers from Gujarat are being questioned to determine if they intended to enter the US illegally after reaching Latin America. The CID has formed four teams to probe the case, focusing on the role of agents who may have facilitated the travel. French authorities are also conducting a judicial investigation into the incident.
Topics:worldcrime-and-legal-affairs#crime-and-legal-affairs#gujarat-cid#human-trafficking#illegal-immigration#judicial-investigation#nicaragua-flight
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