Franco-Moroccan Suspect in Crypto Extortion Ring Arrested in Morocco

Following the receipt by Morocco of an official complaint file transmitted by the French authorities, the elements of the National Brigade of Judicial Police (BNPJ) began actively searching for a Franco-Moroccan suspected of being involved in cases of kidnapping with violence, extortion and ransom demands targeting cryptocurrency investors, as well as money laundering operations for the benefit of an international organized crime network active in France. Badiss Mohammed Bajjou was the subject of an international arrest warrant issued by the French judicial authorities, according to Le360. The investigations proved fruitful: they arrested the suspect in Tangier this Wednesday.

During a search, investigators seized several bladed weapons - including swords and large blades - as well as dozens of phones and communication devices. A large sum of cash, suspected to come from these criminal acts, was also seized.

After his arrest, the suspect was placed in custody and made available to the National Brigade of Judicial Police, under the supervision of the competent prosecutor’s office. Badiss Mohammed Bajjou is subject to legal proceedings in accordance with Moroccan legislation, due to his dual nationality. Currently, the evidence found at his home is undergoing technical analysis. Investigators are seeking to determine their connection to the young man’s illegal activities.