Juria Police arrested an alleged international human trafficking agent, identified as Abu Bakkar Siddique, during a special operation in Assam’s Nagaon district, police sources said. The operation followed specific intelligence inputs that led officers to apprehend the suspect, who is accused of involvement in long-running brokerage and trafficking activities across the state.
According to investigators, Siddique has faced multiple allegations related to brokerage — the facilitation or arranging of people’s movement for exploitative purposes — and human trafficking in several districts. Authorities described the charges as serious and said the arrest is part of efforts to disrupt organized networks that exploit vulnerable individuals.
Police officials told reporters that the arrested man is suspected of having links to an international trafficking network. Investigators are now probing those possible cross-border connections to identify handlers, transport routes and accomplices. Searches and follow-up operations are under way as teams seek to locate others believed to be associated with the alleged racket.
Juria Police are interrogating Siddique and collecting evidence to support prosecution. Local residents said the arrest has created a sensation in the area, heightening concern about organized trafficking in the region.
Officials cautioned that the case is under active investigation and emphasized that details will emerge as inquiries progress. Authorities urged anyone with information to come forward to assist the probe.
Original Source: https://www.indiatodayne.in/assam/story/alleged-international-human-trafficking-agent-arrested-by-juria-police-in-assams-nagaon-1396145-2026-05-22?utm_source=rssfeed
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Publish Date: 2026-05-22 21:56:00
