The Mossos d'Esquadra have arrested two men for human trafficking for the purpose of forced marriage. The victim, taken to Pakistan against her will, has now returned to Barcelona under police protection.
The Mossos d'Esquadra have arrested two men accused of a crime of human trafficking for the purpose of forced marriage. The investigation has allowed the police to locate the victim, who had been transported to Pakistan against her will, and facilitate her return to Barcelona under protective measures, according to the Catalan police.
The operation was carried out jointly with the National Police, which participated in the arrangements for the woman to return to Spain. Police sources have not specified the identity of the detainees, their ages, or the location where the arrests were made.
The case focuses on a possible forced marriage, a crime that the police are investigating as human trafficking. The international transport of the victim, according to the Mossos' statement, occurred without her consent, which constitutes one of the most serious elements of the case.
The investigation remains open, and it has not yet been revealed whether the marriage took place, if there was a planned date, or if the victim was able to seek help before leaving the country. It is also unknown how long she stayed in Pakistan or what connection she has to the two arrested individuals.
The Catalan police have chosen not to disclose details that could identify the woman. Her municipality of residence, age, and the exact circumstances of the transport have not been provided. This lack of transparency is due to the need to preserve her safety and prevent her from being located.
The return to Barcelona concludes the first phase of the intervention, focused on locating the victim and removing her from the risk situation. From now on, protection protocols are activated, the extent of which has not been detailed by the authorities.
The two detainees are at the disposal of the judiciary, although the police statement does not clarify whether they have already given statements before the judge or if precautionary measures have been taken. An arrest does not imply a conviction: criminal responsibility will need to be determined in the corresponding proceedings.
The case highlights the existence of forced marriages in the province of Barcelona, a reality that law enforcement is investigating under the guise of human trafficking. Collaboration between police forces has been crucial for the victim's return.
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