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Trafficking Network Busted: Canadian Recruits Lured by Lies

3/19/2026

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A CTV News investigation identified a Hong Kong trafficking network led by an operator known as "DOT" who lures recruits with fake "international package shipper" jobs.
A 19-year-old Canadian, Jade, was lured with promises of high pay.
Omar, a 21-year-old recruit, was misled into believing the trip was legal.
The network's operations culminated in the arrest of Jade and three other recruits with nearly 100 kilograms of cocaine.

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Story summary

A CTV News investigation identified a Hong Kong trafficking network led by an operator known as "DOT" who lures recruits with fake "international package shipper" jobs.
A 19-year-old Canadian, Jade, was lured with promises of high pay.
Omar, a 21-year-old recruit, was misled into believing the trip was legal.
The network's operations culminated in the arrest of Jade and three other recruits with nearly 100 kilograms of cocaine.