Medellín to host Interpol unit in fight against child sexual exploitation – La Cartita News

Medellin, Colombia – The serene city of Medellin, also known as the “city of eternal spring,” has recently been hit by horrific incidents of underage sex trafficking. Once famous for its breathtaking scenery and warm weather, Medellin has now become a hotbed of an alarming increase in sex tourism. Foreign predators looking to exploit vulnerable children have turned this picturesque city into a dangerous battlefield.

Over the past year, authorities have made significant arrests, detaining foreigners such as Cristóbal Paulino Fernández Viamonte, Stefan Andrés Correa, Timothy Alan Livingston and Juan Pablo González Delgado. These individuals have been accused of grotesque crimes, including sexual exploitation and abuse of minors. Despite these arrests, the threat remains omnipresent, as pedophiles and trafficking rings continue to exploit children, often by exploiting their economic vulnerability and forcing them into prostitution.

In a decisive move to combat these transnational crimes, Medellin has announced the opening of an Interpol office in the city. This move is a formidable step towards eradicating sexual exploitation. The newly established Interpol delegation aims to strengthen existing child protection strategies and act as a linchpin in the global fight against child sex trafficking.

The Interpol agency, which facilitates communication with 192 countries, will strengthen efforts to track down international criminals who commit such atrocities. Hosting this prestigious agency underscores the importance of cooperation between countries in tackling these crimes and protecting minors.

The announcement of the soon-to-be-installed Interpol agency was widely welcomed, seen as a crucial step forward in the fight against sexual exploitation of minors. The international body is expected to begin operations within the next three months at the Aburrá Valley Metropolitan Police Command.