Writing :
Four judges of freedoms and detention (JLD) were mobilized at Vatry airport to hear all the passengers of the flight grounded for three days. According to an anonymous report, the French authorities suspect these travelers of Indian nationality of being victims of a human trafficking network.
This unprecedented legal marathon began with the opening of hearings on the holding of Indian passengers in the waiting zone. The JLD will have only two days to hear all the passengers and 24 hours to decide on their fate.
This exceptional organization is made necessary by the law, which provides for a maximum of four days in the waiting zone. Beyond this period, a decision from the JLD is required to extend this duration, up to a maximum of eight additional days.
The passengers of the flight have been confined since Thursday afternoon after an “anonymous report” reporting suspicions of human trafficking by an organized gang. The investigation is underway to verify these allegations and determine responsibilities.
Among the 303 passengers on the flight were eleven unaccompanied minors. Asylum requests were also filed by some passengers.
After three nights of waiting, passengers began to feel the frustration of this unusual situation. However, measures have been taken for their comfort, with individual beds, toilets and showers installed, as well as a family area to preserve parent-child privacy.
This case highlights the scale of human trafficking and underlines the need to strengthen measures to combat this scourge. Authorities will continue to investigate to identify those responsible and ensure the safety of passengers.
In conclusion, it is important to underline the desire of the French authorities to guarantee the protection of the rights of the alleged victims while allowing innocent passengers to resume their journey as soon as possible. This shows France’s commitment to combating human trafficking and ensuring the safety of all those on its territory.