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Panama Recaptures Fugitive Amid Human Trafficking Fears

2/23/2025

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Panamanian authorities have successfully recaptured a Chinese woman who fled from a hotel where nearly 300 deportees were being held. Her escape has sparked fears of human trafficking, as many deportees, mostly from Asia, remain trapped in uncertainty, with 40% refusing to return home. The government is under fire for its handling of migrant detention and treatment.

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Panamanian authorities have successfully recaptured a Chinese woman who fled from a hotel where nearly 300 deportees were being held. Her escape has sparked fears of human trafficking, as many deportees, mostly from Asia, remain trapped in uncertainty, with 40% refusing to return home. The government is under fire for its handling of migrant detention and treatment.