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Three Sentenced in Champagne Industry Human Trafficking Case

7/22/2025

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Three individuals were sentenced to prison by a French court for their role in human trafficking within the champagne industry, exploiting over 50 undocumented migrant workers during the 2023 harvest. The director of Anavim received a two-year sentence, while his accomplices were given one year each. Additionally, a wine cooperative was fined $87,000 and ordered to compensate the victims.

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Story summary

Three individuals were sentenced to prison by a French court for their role in human trafficking within the champagne industry, exploiting over 50 undocumented migrant workers during the 2023 harvest. The director of Anavim received a two-year sentence, while his accomplices were given one year each. Additionally, a wine cooperative was fined $87,000 and ordered to compensate the victims.