Algerian security forces have successfully dismantled a Moroccan international criminal network that was planning to carry out sabotage acts in the country. According to a statement released by the General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) on October 12, 2026, 61 Moroccan individuals were arrested. These individuals were preparing to commit acts of sabotage that would have compromised public safety and order in Algeria. The arrests were made possible through a coordinated effort by Algerian authorities.
The DGSN revealed that initial investigations showed the arrested individuals were part of a highly organized and dangerous criminal network. The network had planned several sabotage acts, which were set to be carried out in various locations across Algeria. Fortunately, Algerian police were able to thwart these plans early in October. The arrests were conducted by the judicial police service of the Oran wilaya, under the supervision of the local prosecutor's office.
The suspects entered Algeria through the international airport in Tunis, then proceeded to use rugged mountain paths and isolated forest roads in the El Kala region of El Tarf wilaya. From there, they traveled by land to Oran, where they intended to execute their sabotage plans. The suspects included a former member of the Moroccan military, highlighting the potential severity of the threat they posed.
During the operation, Algerian authorities seized and recovered several Moroccan passports, as well as significant amounts of money in Moroccan dirhams and euros. The recovered materials suggest that the suspects had significant financial backing for their planned operations. The successful intervention by Algerian security forces likely prevented substantial harm to public safety and infrastructure.
All 61 suspects were presented before the prosecutor of the Republic at the specialized penal pole in Oran. The charges against them are not specified, but their arrest marks a significant achievement for Algerian law enforcement in combating international crime. The dismantling of this network demonstrates the effectiveness of Algerian security measures and their ability to respond to emerging threats.
The General Directorate of National Security did not provide further details on the suspects' intended targets or the exact nature of their planned sabotage acts. However, the fact that a former Moroccan military member was among the arrested individuals suggests that the group had a high level of organization and potentially access to sophisticated methods and resources.
The incident highlights the ongoing efforts of Algerian authorities to maintain public safety and security in the face of international threats. The successful foiling of this sabotage plot demonstrates the vigilance and effectiveness of Algerian law enforcement agencies.
Key points
- 61 Moroccan nationals were arrested for planning sabotage acts in Algeria.
- The suspects entered Algeria through Tunis and traveled to Oran using mountain paths and forest roads.
- Authorities seized Moroccan passports and significant amounts of money in dirhams and euros.
