Moroccan police seized more than four tons of cannabis resin in an operation in Casablanca, on Sunday, Morocco’s General Directorate of National Security said in a statement.
Authorities seized the drugs during a routine vehicle inspection at the city’s entrance, Moroccan online news website ‘Hespress’ reported, citing an anonymous security source.
The source revealed that a judicial investigation was underway to apprehend individuals involved in the smuggling attempt.
The investigation will also uncover any additional connections related to the case.
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The seizure is part of Morocco’s ongoing endeavours to combat drug trafficking.
It is specifically focusing on cannabis resin.
Cannabis is primarily produced in Morocco for distribution across Europe and the Middle East. (Xinhua)
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