Marrakech Police Arrest Suspect in Tourist Extortion Case

Police officers in Marrakech detained a person suspected of extorting two foreign tourists in the city's historic medina and of providing tour‑guide services without a licence. The arrest followed an investigation triggered by a video that circulated on social media, showing the suspect demanding money from the visitors while claiming to be a guide.

The individual is being held under judicial supervision while the public prosecutor continues its inquiry. Authorities said the action is part of broader efforts to protect the reputation of Marrakech’s tourism sector and to enforce regulations on guide activities.