A Facebook page administrator was taken into custody by Moroccan authorities on Monday evening following a complaint from a doctor in the city of Skhirate. The doctor, a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology, alleged that the administrator had threatened to publicly accuse him of performing illegal abortions unless he paid 10,000 dirhams. The administrator, who runs a popular Facebook page in Skhirate, had previously been convicted of a crime and had served a one-year prison sentence.
According to a reliable source, the doctor had filed a formal complaint with the Royal Gendarmerie and the public prosecutor's office, providing evidence of the threats, including text and voice messages. The administrator was arrested near the doctor's clinic in Skhirate and is currently under investigation. The doctor had denied the allegations made by the administrator, who had threatened to publish false information about him.
The administrator, who had been living in Skhirate for some time, had a previous conviction for obstructing a demolition operation and insulting public officials in the city of Temara. He had been released from prison after serving his sentence but appears to have continued engaging in illicit activities. The Facebook page he administered is well-known in Skhirate.
The investigation revealed that the administrator had been using his Facebook page to blackmail the doctor and possibly others. The doctor's complaint and the subsequent arrest have raised concerns about the use of social media for extortion and blackmail in Morocco. The case is ongoing, and the administrator is expected to be brought before the public prosecutor's office.
The administrator's arrest was the result of a joint effort between the Royal Gendarmerie and the public prosecutor's office. The authorities are working to determine the extent of the administrator's activities and whether others were also targeted. The case has sparked concerns about online safety and the need for greater regulation of social media.
The doctor, who is known for his integrity and commitment to the law, had been subjected to a prolonged campaign of threats and intimidation by the administrator. The doctor's decision to file a complaint and cooperate with the authorities has been praised by many in the community. The case highlights the challenges faced by professionals in Morocco.
The administrator is expected to face charges of blackmail and extortion. If convicted, he could face significant penalties, including imprisonment. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting individuals from online harassment and abuse. Moroccan authorities are urging anyone who has been targeted by the administrator or similar individuals to come forward and report their experiences.
Key points
- A Moroccan doctor's complaint led to the arrest of a Facebook page administrator accused of blackmailing him.
- The administrator had threatened to publicly accuse the doctor of performing illegal abortions unless he paid 10,000 dirhams.
- The case highlights the challenges faced by professionals in Morocco and the need for greater regulation of social media.
