INTERPOL-wanted French national of Algerian origin arrested in Marrakech

A French national of Algerian origin, residing illegally in Morocco, has been arrested in Marrakech Friday for allegedly engaging in reckless driving that endangered road users and for identity fraud.

An INTEREPOL database check revealed that the suspect is the subject of an international wanted notice issued by French judicial authorities for his alleged involvement in crimes committed in France. These include organized acts of vandalism against others’ property, as well as kidnapping, unlawful confinement, hostage-taking, death threats, and acts of violence, the General Directorate for National Security (DGSN) said in a statement.

The 28-year-old suspect was arrested for reckless driving in Marrakech, endangering both his own safety and that of other road users.

He also refused to comply with police orders and provided a false identity during the identity check, the statement added.

French judicial authorities have been notified of his arrest pending the submission of the extradition file.

This arrest is part of ongoing efforts to crack down on reckless driving that endangers public safety and reinforces Moroccan security services’ commitment to tracking down individuals wanted internationally for transnational criminal activities.