Libya’s elite 4444 Combat Brigade has confirmed the arrest of a Ghanaian national allegedly at the center of a criminal syndicate involved in human trafficking and sexual exploitation.
The suspect, identified as Said, but popularly known as “Begi,” was apprehended during a Sunday evening military operation in Libya.
In an official statement shared on the brigade’s social media platforms, authorities revealed that the suspect had transformed a large compound, originally meant to accommodate migrant workers, into a base for orchestrating criminal operations.
Investigations revealed that Begi had kidnapped 11 women of different nationalities and was profiting by forcing them into prostitution under threats and coercion.
The dramatic raid was carried out after the brigade received international alerts regarding the abduction and disappearance of the women.
Surveillance and intelligence gathering led to the successful storming of the property, resulting in the rescue of all 11 victims and the arrest of the suspect.
The rescued women are now in protective custody, while Said “Begi” has been handed over to the Libyan Public Prosecutor for further legal action.
