Mumbai, October 2: One of Britain's richest person, Hamish Ogston, has been accused of abusing vulnerable sex workers from Southeast Asia. A slew of papers, the facts of which were originally disclosed by The Times newspaper, point to Ogston's participation in trafficking Thai and Filipina sex workers, as well as hosting women who came to the nation as tourists but participated in sex work at his home.

This analysis is based on about 1,000 leaked papers, which have been confirmed by interviews and open-source data. It demonstrates how Ogston utilised his riches to support and conceal his activities, utilising the pseudonym 'James Mac' to make bank transactions and even using aliases for anonymity. Child Trafficking Racket Busted by Kolkata Police, Mother and Five Others Arrested for Selling 21-Day-Old Baby for Rs 50,000.

What Exactly Has Ogston Been Charged Of?

Trafficking, unlawful employment, drug procurement, extreme exploitation, and attempting to smuggle sex workers into the nation under false pretences are among the charges levelled against Ogston. Ogston is also suspected of attempting to recruit Thai sex workers into the nation by fraudulently claiming to be "bamboo basket weavers" in 2022. Ogston is also accused of paying another Thai sex worker between 2014 and 2023 to obtain prostitutes and class-A narcotics such as crystal meth and cocaine.

Ogston's Retort

Ogston strongly disputes these allegations, claiming they do not constitute systemic exploitation. Immigration, prostitution, and human trafficking legislation, as well as intentionally hiring people without the right to work or manipulating prostitution for profit, are all potential crimes. All entail lengthy jail terms. Child Trafficking in India: Parents Selling Kids to Child Traffickers for Rs 500 in Exchange of Fake Promises, Mostly From Bihar.

What Does It Imply?

The women involved have suffered greatly as a result of Ogston's alleged exploitation. Some ladies apparently needed medical treatment as a result of the excessive sexual actions he allegedly requested. The Metropolitan Police's handling of concerns about his actions is also being investigated, and an inquiry into suspected officer malfeasance has been initiated. Ogston's usage of the moniker "James Mac" in his illegal contacts has been regarded as a deliberate attempt to retain anonymity.

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