Morocco arrests several individuals wanted by Interpol

Moroccan security forces have conducted several high-profile operations involving the arrest of individuals wanted internationally via Interpol red notices.

In Bouznika, authorities arrested a 66-year-old Libyan national wanted by Libyan judicial authorities. The suspect is accused of involvement in international drug trafficking and escaped from prison in 2011 after receiving a life sentence. He is currently undergoing extradition procedures.

In Agadir, police arrested a 31-year-old Swedish national wanted by Swedish authorities for attempted murder. The Swedish National Police praised the professionalism of Moroccan security services, noting the arrest disrupts the ‘Foxtrot’ criminal network.

In Rabat, a police officer and his sister were detained on suspicion of possessing and trafficking drugs. A search of a vehicle used by the officer yielded 5,150 medicinal pills and 45 grams of cocaine. The officer has been temporarily suspended from duty.

Additionally, in Casablanca, a woman was arrested following a fatal traffic accident that killed a police officer. The suspect was reportedly driving under the influence of alcohol when the collision occurred.