Authorities foil attempted boat theft linked to irregular migration off Moroccan coast

Authorities foil attempted boat theft linked to irregular migration off Moroccan coast
Monday 25 August 2025 - 22:31

Maritime gendarmerie officers at Jorf Lasfar have thwarted an attempt to steal two traditional fishing boats, allegedly intended for use in an irregular migration operation off the coasts of El Jadida and Jorf Lasfar.

According to Hespress AR sources, the boats were intercepted and escorted to the port of El Jadida under the supervision of relevant authorities. Two guards implicated in the theft were arrested and placed in police custody for further investigation.

Following notification of the incident, regional security forces in El Jadida also apprehended three individuals suspected of preparing for an irregular migration attempt.

Authorities have opened an investigation under the supervision of the public prosecutor’s office to determine the full circumstances of the case and identify additional suspects possibly linked to migrant smuggling networks.

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