In a significant operation, Moroccan authorities have seized over 200 kilograms of cannabis in the Asfi province. The Royal Gendarmerie, based in the Boukhdra region, conducted the operation, arresting two suspects aged 26 and 34. The cannabis was seized in the form of bundles, and the suspects were intercepted while attempting to transport the substance on two motorcycles.
According to sources, the operation was carried out in an area between the towns of Al-Marassel and Sidi Al-Tiji, based on precise intelligence. The gendarmerie was able to track the suspects' movements and intercept them, seizing the cannabis and the motorcycles used in the attempted transportation. The suspects were taken into custody and brought to the gendarmerie headquarters.
The seized cannabis weighed over 200 kilograms, and the operation was part of ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking and drying up sources of narcotics. The Royal Gendarmerie has been actively engaged in campaigns to counter illicit activities in the Asfi province. The suspects were placed under judicial supervision, pending further investigation.
The investigation aims to determine the origin of the cannabis, its intended destination, and identify other potential suspects involved in the case. The operation reflects the continued efforts of Moroccan authorities to tackle various forms of illicit trafficking in the region. The authorities have been working to strengthen their presence in the area.
This operation comes as part of a series of interventions by the Royal Gendarmerie aimed at countering illicit drug trafficking in the Asfi province. The gendarmerie has been conducting field campaigns to address criminal activities in the region. The suspects' arrest and the seizure of the cannabis deal a significant blow to drug trafficking networks.
The Moroccan authorities have been working to enhance security and combat illicit activities in the region. The Asfi province has been a focus area for the authorities, who have been working to dry up sources of narcotics and tackle trafficking networks. The operation demonstrates the authorities' commitment to addressing the issue.
The case is ongoing, with further investigation and analysis required to determine the full extent of the trafficking network. The authorities have not released further details on the suspects or the trafficking network. The operation highlights the continued efforts of Moroccan authorities to tackle illicit trafficking and enhance security in the region.
Key points
- Two suspects were arrested and over 200 kilograms of cannabis was seized in the operation.
- The operation was carried out by the Royal Gendarmerie in the Asfi province.
- The investigation aims to determine the origin and intended destination of the cannabis.
