On the evening of Tuesday, May 5th, the Urban Brigade of the Judicial Police in the first security district of Marrakech launched a new security campaign aimed at combating the trafficking of hard drugs. This initiative reflects the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to address the growing concerns surrounding drug-related offenses in the region.
In a related development, this operation led to the arrest of an individual hailing from a sub-Saharan African country, alongside a building caretaker in the Najd neighborhood of Gueliz, both of whom are suspected of being involved in cocaine trafficking. The arrests were made following meticulous field investigations and close surveillance of the suspects' movements, culminating in a successful raid that resulted in the seizure of approximately 30 packages of cocaine that were ready for distribution.
Subsequently, the individuals in question were placed under police custody under the directives of the relevant public prosecutor, pending further investigations. They were transported to the security brigade's headquarters on Hassan II Street to facilitate deeper inquiries aimed at uncovering the broader network involved in this criminal activity and identifying potential accomplices.
It is important to note that this operation is part of a series of scattered security interventions that took place on the same day, showcasing the persistent vigilance of security services and their commitment to curbing drug proliferation while enhancing the sense of safety among citizens.
As reported by assafir24.ma.
