Moroccan security and customs officials seized 514 kilograms half a ton of cocaine on Tuesday in a coordinated operation at the Tanger Med Port, thwarting a significant attempt to smuggle hard drugs into Europe, authorities said in a statement.
The joint effort between the National Security (DGSN) and Customs services was based on intelligence provided by customs officials.
The cocaine was discovered hidden inside a shipment of charcoal aboard one of three cargo containers originating from a port in South America and destined for Belgium, with a transit stop in Morocco.
The large-scale drug seizure underscores ongoing international trafficking efforts that use Moroccan ports as transit points. Authorities said the intercepted container was part of a shipment that had been flagged for inspection based on operational data.
The investigation into the case has been assigned to the National Judicial Police Brigade under the supervision of the competent public prosecutor’s office.
Officials are working to identify all individuals connected to the criminal network responsible for the attempted smuggling and to uncover any regional or international links.
Moroccan authorities have ramped up efforts in recent years to combat drug trafficking, particularly through major ports like Tanger Med, a key hub for international maritime trade.
No arrests were immediately announced.
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