A Limerick man accused of trafficking 66 individuals on a speedboat bound for Italy is currently contesting extradition to Greece, authorities have confirmed. The case, which has drawn significant attention due to the scale of the alleged operation, highlights ongoing concerns over human smuggling across the Mediterranean. As legal proceedings unfold, questions remain about the circumstances surrounding the charges and the broader implications for cross-border cooperation in tackling migrant trafficking.
Limerick Man Faces Serious Human Trafficking Charges Over Speedboat Voyage to Italy
A 38-year-old man from Limerick stands accused of orchestrating a large-scale human trafficking operation, which allegedly involved smuggling 66 migrants across the Mediterranean Sea aboard a speedboat bound for Italy. The voyage, intercepted by European coastal authorities, has escalated international cooperation efforts aimed at dismantling trafficking networks exploiting vulnerable populations…
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Author : Ethan Riley
Publish date : 2026-01-15 14:54:00
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