Royal Gendarmerie in Tangier halts attempt to smuggle sand in the Houara region

Details of the security intervention against sand theft in Tangier

Elements of the Royal Gendarmerie have successfully conducted a field intervention described as “spectacular,” thwarting an attempt suspected of being linked to sand theft in the “Houara” area, under the jurisdiction of “Gzennaya” in the outskirts of Tangier. The operation followed the sighting of a large truck engaged in suspicious activities in the region.

Field pursuit and arrest of suspects

According to available data, the truck was spotted by security patrols. Its driver refused to comply with orders to stop, attempting to flee from the Gendarmerie, which necessitated an immediate pursuit. During the chase, the truck collided with the car of a citizen present at the scene, before security teams succeeded in surrounding the truck and finally bringing the situation under control.

Ongoing investigations into the incident

The intervention resulted in the arrest of the driver and his accomplice in flagrante delicto. They were taken to the Gendarmerie headquarters for interrogation. Field sources confirm that investigations are ongoing under the supervision of the competent public prosecutor to uncover all the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine legal responsibilities, especially in light of efforts to combat the depletion of natural resources in the region.