Coordinated Drug Busts Disrupt Network in Kenitra and Salé, Morocco
Kenitra, Morocco – In a coordinated operation on the evening of Wednesday, October 9th, Moroccan police forces successfully dismantled a drug trafficking network operating in the cities of Kenitra and Salé. The operation, a testament to the ongoing collaboration between local police and the General Directorate for Territorial Surveillance (DGST), resulted in the arrest of three individuals suspected of possession and distribution of narcotics.
The first operation unfolded in a rural area on the outskirts of Kenitra. There, authorities apprehended a man and a woman in possession of a staggering 4,180 psychotropic pills and an undisclosed sum of money suspected to be proceeds from illegal drug sales.
Simultaneously, a second operation was underway at the Rabat train station. A 27-year-old man, arriving from a city in northern Morocco, was apprehended by authorities. A search of his belongings revealed 12 grams of cocaine, 927 psychotropic pills, and a significant amount of cash, also suspected to be linked to drug trafficking.
All three suspects are currently under investigation by the relevant public prosecutor’s office. The investigation aims to uncover the full extent of the network’s operations and determine the specific criminal charges each individual will face.
This successful operation highlights the commitment of Moroccan authorities to combatting the illegal drug trade. The collaborative efforts of the national police force and the DGST demonstrate a proactive approach to disrupting the flow of narcotics within the country.
Morocco, situated at a geographical crossroads between Europe and Africa, faces significant challenges related to drug trafficking. The country serves as a transit point for hashish produced in North Africa destined for European markets. According to the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), Morocco remains the world’s largest producer of cannabis resin. 1
The Moroccan government has implemented various strategies to combat drug trafficking, including strengthening border controls, collaborating with international partners, and implementing awareness campaigns to educate the public about the dangers of drug abuse. These recent arrests in Kenitra and Salé are a clear indication of the ongoing efforts and commitment to tackling this complex issue.
