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New Mexico's Dark Discovery: Chinese Workers Trapped On Illegal Cannabis Farms
A disturbing discovery was made last summer in New Mexico. State special agents, inspecting a farm in Torrance County, found not only thousands more plants than allowed but also dozens of underfed, visibly distressed Chinese workers. According to Lynn Sanchez, director of a local nonprofit, these workers appeared “very scared, very freaked out,” signaling a deeper issue within the booming sector. Human Rights Violations On Illegal Cannabis Farms These workers, trafficked from China and deceived with promises of lucrative pay, found themselves facing the darker side of America’s cannabis gold rush. A recent NPR investigation revealed that this situation is not isolated....
Man Accused in Bank Robbery in Albuquerque Arrested in Torrance County
On May 24, Albuquerque police responded to a robbery call from the Circle K convenience store located at 900 Juan Tabo Blvd. NE. According to a criminal complaint, police say a Hispanic male with a bandana walked up to the cashier and demanded money from the cash register. The store employee told police he gave the man $106.66 and a carton of cigarettes. The man did not have a weapon. Based on surveillance video showing the man entering the store, police identified Lawrence Gallegos as the suspect from his facial tattoos, according to court documents. On June 18, Torrance County […]
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