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Woman found chained in Chinese village is victim of trafficking, authorities say

The 44-year-old woman who was filmed in a TikTok video, had been sold at least three times, Chinese officials said.

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The 44-year-old woman who was filmed in a TikTok video, had been sold at least three times, Chinese officials said.

Highlights

  • Woman found chained in Chinese village is victim of trafficking, authorities say.
  • Chinese authorities say she had been sold at least three times, first when she was 20 years old.
  • She was discovered after being filmed in a TikTok video.
  • A man claiming to be her husband said she was mentally ill.
  • A couple who first sold her was arrested on suspicion of trafficking women this week.
  • Authorities have fenced off her entire village to prevent journalists from entering, they say.