Moroccan police have arrested 11 individuals following the issuance of warrants related to drug trafficking and money laundering operations in France, Belgium, and the Netherlands, authorities confirmed on Tuesday.
Details of the Arrests
The arrests took place on Monday in the cities of Marrakech and Tangier, according to a statement from the Moroccan police to AFP. Among those detained were six French-Moroccans, three Belgian-Moroccans, one Dutch-Moroccan, and a French national.
Police reported that Interpol Red Notices had been issued for 10 of the suspects, which could facilitate their extradition to face charges in other countries.
Charges and Allegations
The suspects face serious allegations, including international drug trafficking, money laundering, and fraud. The arrests are part of a broader crackdown on criminal networks operating between Morocco and Europe.
Morocco has intensified its efforts to combat drug trafficking, particularly along its northern coast near the Spanish enclaves of Ceuta and Melilla. The operation underscores the country's cooperation with international law enforcement agencies.
