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08 Jan 2026

Prisoner (72) charged with rape and human trafficking

The pensioner was produced from Magilligan Prison today and is due to appear before court tomorrow

Prisoner (72) charged with rape and human trafficking

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Organised Crime Branch continuing to investigate a large-scale human trafficking operation, have charged a man with additional offences.

The 72-year-old, who was produced from Magilligan Prison today, Wednesday, January 7, has been charged with 14-related offences including rape and Human trafficking in respect of three further female victims.

He is due to appear before Belfast Magistrates' Court via video link tomorrow, Thursday, January 8. As is usual procedure, the charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service.

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