French Fugitive Arrested in Marrakech - Morocco Tightens Security

– bySaid A. · 1 min read
French Fugitive Arrested in Marrakech - Morocco Tightens Security

A French man wanted by his country’s justice system has been arrested in Marrakech. He was the subject of an international arrest warrant issued by French authorities for his alleged involvement in an international drug and psychotropic substance trafficking case.

The arrest was carried out by Marrakech police following coordination work and information exchange between services. The suspect was also wanted on suspicion of weapons possession.

On Bladi.net : French Man Arrested in Marrakech, Subject of International Search

This arrest is a reminder that Morocco is no longer a discreet refuge for foreign fugitives wanted in Europe. International warrants, intelligence sharing and security cooperation now make it possible to apprehend people targeted by French justice more quickly.

On Bladi.net : French Fugitive Nabbed in Morocco: Global Drug Ring Unravels

The French national arrested must be presented to the competent authorities as part of the procedures provided for this type of case, particularly with a view to possible extradition to French authorities.