Morocco
Security Guard Thwarts Bank Robbery Attempt in Casablanca Suburb
The robbery of a bank branch in Ain Harrouda, near Casablanca, was prevented thanks to the intervention of a private security guard. It was on Wednesday, July 3, 2019.
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Casablanca
Morocco
Fatal Bus Crash on Mohammedia-Casablanca Highway Leaves 2 Dead, 25 Injured
Two people died and 25 others were injured in a serious accident that occurred on Tuesday, July 2, on the Mohammedia-Casablanca highway.
Morocco
65-Year-Old Moroccan Ultra-Marathoner Bikes 8,000 km from Casablanca to Mecca
The double winner of the Ultra-marathon Cup has taken on a new challenge. At 65 years old, Karim Mosta has started to cross, since April, 12 countries, thus covering the 8,000 km separating Casablanca from Mecca.
Morocco
Fire Destroys Migrant Camp Near Casablanca Bus Station, No Injuries Reported
Several tents belonging to sub-Saharan migrants, in an irregular situation, were victims of a fire yesterday, Sunday, June 30, 2019, in Casablanca. The causes of this incident are unknown for the moment.
Morocco
Filipino Domestic Worker's Death in Casablanca Sparks Controversy and Calls for Investigation
A Filipino domestic worker in Casablanca died under unresolved circumstances. This prompted the leaders of the Solidarity Instance with Asian Immigrants (ISIA) to speak out. They expressed their frustration with the exploitation of Asian domestic workers in Morocco.
Morocco
Handcuffed Man Critically Injured in Escape Attempt from Casablanca Police Station
A handcuffed individual allegedly tried to flee a police station in Casablanca by jumping from the second floor. His fall caused him several very serious fractures.
Morocco
British Ambassador Slams Royal Air Maroc for Flight Delays and Baggage Issues
Thomas Reilly, the British Ambassador to Morocco, accused Royal Air Maroc (RAM) of poor service in a tweet on Wednesday, June 26, 2019.
Morocco
Casablanca Ranks 128th in Global Cost of Living for Expatriates, Study Finds
A study conducted by Mercer placed the city of Casablanca in 128th place among the most expensive cities in the world for expatriates. Conducted on a sample of more than 500 cities worldwide, the study takes into account the cost of living index.
Morocco
Squatter Rents Out Moroccan Expat's Abandoned Home in Casablanca
A man was referred to the judge for having used and then rented a house belonging to a Moroccan resident in Germany, and also for having illegally obtained water and electricity. This Moroccan residing abroad (MRE) had been away for a long time so she was no longer expected.
Morocco
Casablanca Overhauls Waste Collection System, Urges Residents to Adapt
The residents of Casablanca are called upon to take out their trash in the evening to allow the trucks to collect it during the hours of traffic fluidity. This situation has been in effect since Tuesday, June 25, 2019. This is what the authorities of the metropolis demand, who have just entrusted the delegated management of cleanliness to two new companies, for more efficiency.
Morocco
Elderly Swiss Executive Found Dead in Casablanca Apartment, Police Investigate
The lifeless body of a Swiss national was found, bathed in a pool of blood, in an apartment located in the C.I.L. neighborhood of Casablanca. It was last Thursday, June 20. He was killed by a gunshot to the chest.
Morocco
Casablanca Police Officer Under Investigation for Multiple Crimes, Including Blackmail
In Casablanca, a police officer is the subject of a judicial investigation for blackmail, theft and adultery, simultaneously. This has been going on since Monday, June 24, 2019.