People Smuggler Threatens Telegraph Reporter After NYE Sting
A people smuggler has issued threats to a reporter after being exposed in a sting operation
Calais, UK, People Smuggling, Salar, The Telegraph
Calais: So, there’s this people smuggler named Salar who’s been running a pretty shady operation, helping folks cross from France to the UK. Recently, he got all riled up after The Telegraph reported on him and even threatened the journalist involved. Can you believe that?
Salar has this Telegram group where he promotes illegal crossings for about €2,500. He’s been pretty vocal, claiming he’s just helping his “friends” and that no one’s ever complained about him. It’s wild how he thinks he’s untouchable, saying if he were doing anything wrong, the police would’ve caught him by now.
He even posted a screenshot of the article, telling the reporter to “know your place” and that he’s not afraid of anyone. It’s like he’s daring the authorities to come after him, which is just insane.
Despite all this, he’s still managing to operate. In December, he even had some “Christmas deals” for crossings, and during that time, a ton of migrants made the journey. He’s been flaunting the numbers, showing off how many people he’s helped cross, almost like it’s a badge of honor.
Now, he’s trying to play it smart by telling people in his group to ignore any messages from strangers, probably worried about getting caught. He’s even tried to paint himself as some kind of “ethical” smuggler, claiming he’s just a poor guy trying to help others.
Experts say that smuggling networks like his are tough to crack down on. Even if one smuggler gets caught, there are plenty more ready to take their place. It’s a real cat-and-mouse game, and the authorities are struggling to keep up.
Plus, the way these smugglers operate makes it hard for law enforcement to pin down when the crime actually happens. Is it when they advertise? When money changes hands? Or when they actually move someone across the border? It’s a tricky situation.
And with all the red tape between countries, especially after Brexit, sharing information and coordinating efforts is a real headache. It’s like the smugglers are always one step ahead, making it even harder for the police to catch them.
In the end, it’s clear that tackling these smuggling networks requires a lot more than just arresting a few individuals. It’s going to take serious collaboration across borders to make a real difference.