Girl found wandering alone ‘may be victim of trafficking’

The 15-year-old was discovered in Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute, last week.

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Police believe a young Vietnamese schoolgirl found wandering along a Scots street late at night may be the victim of human trafficking.

The 15-year-old was discovered in Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute, last week and has since been taken into the care of “appropriate agencies”.

An investigation has been launched – with one line of inquiry she was trafficked into the country.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 11.30pm on Wednesday, January 15, officers found a 15-year-old Vietnamese girl walking along Princes Street in Helensburgh.

“She is now in the care of appropriate agencies.

“No-one has been arrested and enquiries are ongoing.”

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