The BBC understands the boss of a degrading sex-trade ring that exploited vulnerable women in Dubai's most glamorous neighbourhoods has been detained in the United Arab Emirates.
Charles 'Abbey' Mwesigwa, who was identified in a recent BBC investigation as running the network, was filmed telling an undercover reporter he could provide women for a sex party at a starting price of $1,000 (£750).
He also said the women could do pretty much everything clients wanted them to and described himself as a former London bus driver.
Details on the charges against Mwesigwa in the UAE remain unclear, and officials have not yet commented publicly on the case.
A Dubai law firm has confirmed that Mwesigwa is in custody at the Central Prison Centre in Al Awir, Dubai, with the issuance of a red notice against him by Interpol Uganda.
This red notice requests police worldwide to detain someone pending extradition.
The Ugandan embassy in the UAE also stated that investigations into human trafficking were ongoing and that actions have been initiated by UAE authorities.
The BBC investigation highlighted testimonies from Ugandan women who were lured to Dubai with promises of legitimate jobs, only to find themselves trapped in prostitution. Prostitution is illegal in Dubai.
Tragically, two women linked to Mwesigwa died after falling from high-rise apartments; while their deaths were classified as suicides, there are calls for further investigation by family and friends.
Numerous discussions regarding this issue have emerged in the Ugandan parliament, where ministers expressed concerns and pledged cooperation with Interpol for justice.
Mwesigwa has denied the allegations, claiming he merely facilitated meeting opportunities for women and wealthy men.
