Islander in court over alleged human trafficking charges 1/8/14
A Western Isles fishing boat skipper has appeared in court charged with human trafficking allegations.
Alexander Murdo Murray, the owner of the MFV Astra III, is accused of trafficking three Ghanaian nationals for exploitation.
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It is claimed the alleged incidents occurred at different harbours on the Minch and west coast between November 2013 and March this year.
Murray also faces charges over the safety of his Stornoway-
He made no plea during a brief appearance at Stornoway Sheriff Court on Thursday.