Tunisian authorities have successfully dismantled an international drug trafficking network, arresting 10 people and seizing significant quantities of narcotics. On November 4, 2026, the Sub-Directorate for Combating Narcotics, part of the Judicial Police in El Gorjani, uncovered a criminal network involving foreigners and Tunisians. The network was involved in promoting cocaine, leading to the arrest of seven individuals. Authorities also confiscated 31 capsules of cocaine, two cars, and approximately 23,000 Tunisian dinars.
The same unit conducted another operation on November 6, 2026, in Ariana, successfully dismantling a criminal group specializing in drug trafficking. This group was linked to the previously mentioned network. Three people were arrested, including two who were wanted by the authorities. One of the suspects had a 10-year prison sentence. The police seized 38 cannabis resin tablets weighing around 4 kilograms and a car.
The operations were carried out by the Sub-Directorate for Combating Narcotics, which is part of the efforts by Tunisian authorities to combat drug trafficking and organized crime. The unit's work led to the identification and dismantling of these networks, which were operating in different parts of the country.
The suspects were brought before the public prosecutor, who authorized their detention on charges of drug trafficking and money laundering. The authorities continue to investigate the networks and individuals involved to uncover the full extent of their operations.
The Tunisian police have been actively working to combat drug trafficking and organized crime, with several successful operations in recent times. These efforts are part of a broader strategy to address the issue of narcotics in the country and to cooperate with international partners in the fight against transnational organized crime.
The dismantling of these networks and the arrest of the suspects are significant achievements for the Tunisian authorities in their efforts to combat drug trafficking. The seizures of large quantities of narcotics also highlight the scale of the problem and the need for continued vigilance and cooperation.
The public prosecutor's decision to detain the suspects on charges of drug trafficking and money laundering reflects the seriousness of the crimes committed. The authorities will likely continue to pursue investigations and prosecutions to hold those involved accountable.
Key points
- Tunisian police arrested 10 people in two separate operations targeting international drug trafficking networks.
- Authorities seized significant quantities of narcotics, including 31 capsules of cocaine and 38 cannabis resin tablets.
- The operations were part of a broader effort by Tunisian authorities to combat drug trafficking and organized crime.
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