Child trafficking: two children located in Portugal

Two children, whose mother was arrested in Badajoz for alleged involvement in a child trafficking network, were found in Portugal and placed in care centers. The mother remains in custody along with three others linked to the case. During searches, police seized a stolen shotgun and a sawed-off shotgun. The investigation continues, focusing on charges of child trafficking, criminal association, and illegal possession of firearms. Authorities are also looking into whether the mother was coerced into having children for sale and if there are more missing children involved.

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