On October 28, 2025, Mexican authorities successfully rescued fourteen Colombian women who were victims of a human trafficking network operating in Cancún and Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo. The operation was led by the State Attorney General’s Office (FGE) in coordination with the National Guard (GN), following investigations into organized sexual exploitation.
The women had been lured to Mexico under false promises of legitimate employment. Upon arrival, their passports were confiscated, and they were informed of a fabricated debt exceeding 100,000 pesos, which they were forced to repay through coerced sex work. The traffickers operated out of two properties—one in Supermanzana 44 of Cancún and another in Playa del Carmen—used as call houses and centers of exploitation.
Authorities executed search warrants at both locations, dismantling the trafficking ring and freeing the victims. The women are now receiving medical care, psychological support, and legal assistance through state protection programs.
The FGE has launched a criminal investigation to identify and prosecute those responsible. Early reports suggest that the women may have been recruited by someone they knew personally, adding a disturbing layer of betrayal to the case.
This rescue highlights the ongoing challenges Mexico faces in combating human trafficking, particularly in tourist-heavy regions like Quintana Roo. Officials reaffirmed their commitment to protecting vulnerable populations and intensifying efforts against organized exploitation.
The case has sparked renewed calls for international cooperation and stricter oversight of recruitment practices targeting foreign nationals. As the investigation unfolds, the rescued women begin the difficult journey toward recovery and justice.
Source: Excelsior
