Gendarmerie arrests two French tourists with three tons of cannabis resin in Safi

Precise security operation in Sebt Gzoula

Officers of the Royal Gendarmerie in Sebt Gzoula, Safi province, arrested two French tourists on Monday evening. The operation followed the detection of a massive shipment of illicit substances intended for international drug smuggling.

Seizure of three tons of cannabis resin (Chira)

According to well-informed sources, the inspection led to the seizure of approximately three tons of cannabis resin. The large quantity was meticulously hidden inside a trailer suspected of being linked to an international drug trafficking network.

Accurate intelligence and a targeted ambush

The arrests were made after the Gendarmerie received precise intelligence regarding the presence of the contraband. A targeted ambush was set up, resulting in the rapid apprehension of the suspects and the seizure of the shipment.

Deepened investigation and police custody

The suspects have been taken to the Gendarmerie headquarters for a deepened investigation to uncover all potential connections to this criminal activity. They have been placed in police custody pending their referral to the competent public prosecutor’s office.