How Many Cases of Trafficking Against Minors Have Been Recorded in the Last Three Years?

The case of a mother abusing her child in Gavar is currently under investigation, according to information provided by the Police in response to a written inquiry from Tert.am. The media outlet specifically asked whether there had been a court hearing regarding the violence and sexual assault against a minor that was circulated online on August 18, 2023, after which a criminal case was initiated. The child was subjected to abuse by the mother.

In response, it was stated, "In response to your inquiry dated 01.04.2024, we inform you that the criminal case mentioned in point 1 of your inquiry is currently undergoing investigation stages according to the information available in the registered crimes accounting system of the information center."

The media also requested information on how many cases of trafficking against minors were recorded in the last three years and how many were uncovered. In response, it was noted:

"In 2021, there were 4 recorded cases of trafficking or exploitation of minors, of which 3 were related to labor exploitation, and 1 to sexual exploitation. In 2022, over 12 months, 1 criminal case was initiated regarding trafficking or exploitation of a minor, which pertained to labor exploitation. In 2023, 4 criminal cases were initiated on the grounds of trafficking or exploitation of a minor, among which 3 were labor-related, and 1 involved sexual exploitation cases."

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