Moroccan Customs thwarts attempt to smuggle 75 kg of cocaine

Security vigilance at the Guerguerat crossing

As part of the continuous efforts made by the Moroccan authorities to combat international drug trafficking, the Moroccan Customs services at the Guerguerat border crossing have successfully thwarted an attempt to smuggle a record quantity of cocaine, estimated at 75 kilograms.

Details of the operation

According to the available data, this operation was the result of the high vigilance of customs officers, who subjected a truck coming from sub-Saharan countries to a precise inspection. Field investigations and the use of modern surveillance technologies led to the discovery of the cargo, which had been hidden with great care in specially prepared cavities, in an attempt by the smugglers to mislead security agencies.

Strengthening border control

This proactive strike reaffirms the pivotal role played by the Guerguerat crossing as a strategic border gate, and the commitment of Moroccan security services and customs to tighten controls to prevent any breach that could threaten the country’s health and social security. A deep investigation will be opened under the supervision of the competent public prosecutor to identify the national and international reach of this criminal network and to arrest all those involved in this smuggling attempt.

This operation is one of the largest shipments seized in the region recently, reflecting the tight coordination between the various agencies operating at the border to track the movements of international smuggling networks attempting to exploit road routes for their illicit shipments.