Panama authorities have rescued 18 women and dismantled a criminal organization dedicated to people trafficking for sexual purposes.in Darién province

The bust was announced by Attorney General, Kenia Porcell at a Saturday, March 10 press conference in Metetí, Darién.

The raid was carried out on the night of Friday, March 9.

According to the Public Ministry  among the rescued women, there were a Venezuelan, Colombian and two Panamanians

The operation was carried out at different points of the province of Darién.

Six suspected traffickers were apprehended.