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CSEC in Sofia (2024)

A CSEC case from 2024 in Sofia, Bulgaria. 1 source on file.

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What happened

Roma girls from Pazardzhik region trafficked to Western Europe for forced prostitution. Sold by family members to trafficking networks. Accused: Bulgarian trafficking ring operating across EU.

Response and intervention

Bulgarian anti-trafficking commission with Europol. Ring leaders arrested in coordinated EU operation. Animus Association Foundation.