criminal group in Kosovo trafficked people for the purpose of removing kidneys for transplant

Body parts trafficking uncovered in Kosovo

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Nov 12, 2010 21:04 Moscow Time

criminal group in Kosovo trafficked people for the purpose of removing kidneys for transplant

A gang suspected of body parts trafficking has been uncovered in Kosovo by Interpol. The criminal group featuring Kosovars, Jews and Turks trafficked people into Kosovo for the purpose of removing kidneys for transplant.   Victims were promised up to $20,000 (14,500 euros), while recipients were required to pay between €80,000 and €100,000 euros ($110,000-$137,000).

The victims came from Moldova, Kazakhstan, Russia and Turkey.

also ..> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Organ_theft_in_Kosovo

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