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Authorities raided two business premises near Wat Phnom, rescuing 35 victims — including 34 women — from suspected human trafficking activities. - Supplied via PPP/ANN PHNOM PENH: The Anti-Human Trafficking and Juvenile Protection Department of Cambodia ’s National Police, in cooperation with the Phnom Penh Municipal Police, carried out raids on two business premises in Phnom Penh’s late night entertainment district, rescuing 35 victims — including 34 women — from suspected human trafficking operations.
The two venues, raided on the night of May 22, were identified as “Katrit Ben’s Bar” and “Katrit Same Same 110”, on Street 110 in Wat Phnom commune, Daun Penh district. Authorities announced that the establishments had come under suspicion for conducting illegal activities and exploiting women and minors. Officials “freed” 35 women and victims who were considered at immediate risk.
The victims were transferred to the Ministry of Social Affairs, Veterans and Youth Rehabilitation, as well as partner organisations, where they will receive care, psychological support and vocational training aimed at helping them rebuild their lives with dignity. Police also detained one suspect, described as a “manager or supervisor”, and transferred the individual for legal action. Police officers inspect one of the venues targeted during the anti-human trafficking operation near Wat Phnom on the night of May 22.
Supplied Authorities described the successful operation as part of an ongoing nationwide campaign targeting key districts including Chbar Ampov, Sen Sok and Daun Penh during the first months of 2026. Social security experts have praised what they described as Cambodia’s evolving law enforcement approach, which increasingly relies on intelligence-led policing, proactive risk assessments and inter-agency coordination.
According to the National Committee for Counter Trafficking’s 2025 annual report, Cambodia investigated and acted against 272 cases of human trafficking and sexual exploitation last year — an increase of 37 per cent compared to previous figures. Authorities arrested 410 suspects and rescued 994 victims, including 209 minors. Officials said the rise in enforcement figures reflects improved investigative mechanisms, stronger intelligence gathering and growing public trust in Cambodia’s justice system.
Authorities reiterated that any business or individual found violating anti-trafficking laws would face severe legal consequences, including criminal prosecution, permanent closure of business premises and the freezing of assets connected to criminal activities. The crackdown has received strong support from local residents, parents and legitimate business owners, many of whom described the operation as an important step toward improving social safety and protecting children and young people from exploitation.
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