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Two suspects arrested in labour trafficking investigation in London, Ont., police say

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The RCMP logo is seen outside the force's 'E' division headquarters in Surrey, B.C., on Thursday, March 16, 2023. Mounties say they arrested two individuals in connection to a labour trafficking investigation in London, Ont., Thursday. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

The RCMP say two people have been arrested in a labour trafficking investigation in London, Ont., that involved 31 alleged victims. 

Cpl. Christy Veenstra says both suspects, who are in their 40s, are facing numerous human trafficking charges.

She says 31 people were rescued as a result of the investigation.

Veenstra says the Canada Border Services Agency and London police were part of the joint investigation that led to the arrests. 

She says the suspects are currently being held in custody. 

Police are expected to release more details about the case on Tuesday.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 12, 2023. 

The Canadian Press


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