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53 immigrants held captive by smugglers



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USA: Fifty-three illegal immigrants have been held against their will in a fortified home in Phoenix, Arizona, by suspected smugglers demanding more money, authorities said.
The group of immigrants, who were rescued yesterday, included two 13-year-old girls, three women and a mentally disabled man.

China: One person has been arrested and five others warned or detained for their roles in a protest against plans for a petrochemical project.







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  • Last Updated: 12 May 2008 10:31 AM
  • Source: Edinburgh Evening News
  • Location: Edinburgh
 
1

Mensa George,

Washington, DC 12/05/2008 15:38:19
Illegal immigrants we rescue while American "cult" members we attack with tanks.
2

TimW1234,

Ottawa, Canada 12/05/2008 18:38:56
Mensa George

And rightly so. At least some authorities have their priorities correct.
3

John Blackley,

Florida 12/05/2008 20:09:53
I assume that, having been 'recued' these immigrants will be repatriated.

Not much need to get huffy about it, Mensa George.

 

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