Tunisia - Cannabis and other drugs

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Tunisia – Enfidha : Arrest of a Cannabis dealer



By LM | May 9, 2024 at 10:31 p.m.

A patrol affiliated with intelligence units in the National Guard district of Enfidha (Sousse governorate) was able to arrest a drug trafficker and confiscate pieces of cannabis of different sizes as well as a sum of money from the proceeds of the traffic.

After examination, the public prosecutor authorized the adoption of the necessary legal measures, according to the general direction of the National Guard.

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Tunisia – They wanted to flood Tunisia with drugs of all types​

By R
| 13 mai 2024



The spokesperson for the Ministry of the Interior, Faker Bouzgaia, revealed that the anti-narcotics sub-directorate in El Gorjani succeeded, during a qualitative operation, on the morning of Sunday, May 12, 2024, in partnership with central and regional teams in Sousse, to thrwat the operation to introduce a drug shipment towards the coast, valued at 3,000 plates of “Zatla” (around 300 kilos) and 25,000 narcotic tablets. A large sum of money was, on occasion, conficated as well as a number of movable property, cars and jewelry.

Bouzgaia added that 9 people inplicated in an international drug trafficking network active between the Maghreb countries and two European countries were arrested. They coordinated with each other employing advanced and modern communications equipment.

The spokesperson noted that this shipment from the sea was blocked in one of the Sahel ports.

He added that after consultation with the public prosecutor, the members of the dismantled network were charged with trafficking and drug trafficking, as well as money laundering, knowing that this network launders its money in real estate or movable property, adding that the value of the seizures amounts to nearly 8 million euros.

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PartagezTweetezPartagez+10 PartagesThe spokesperson for the Ministry of the Interior, Faker Bouzgaia, revealed that the anti-narcotics sub-directorate in El Gorjani succeeded, during a qualitative operation, on the morning of Sunday, May 12, 2024, in partnership with central and regional teams...

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Tunisia - After conflicting numbers… Farid Ben Jaha explains amount of cannabis and narcotic pills that seized in Monastir [Video]​

By R
| 14 mai 2024

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Speaking to Tunisie Numérique,spokesman for the courts of Monastir and Mahdia, Farid Ben Jaha, confirmed that 270 kilograms of cannabis and 10,000 drug tablets were seized. This clarification came after contradicting reports concerning the quantities seized in a recent security operation in the Sahel region.

Providing details of the operation, Ben Jaha noted that it emanated from the coast of the Baqalata region, Monastir, and spread towards the Italian island of Pantelleria. A shipment of drugs was thwarted and brought into the port of Baqalta, leading to the detention of the involved group and the seizure of around 270 kilograms of Indian cannabis, known as “zatla.”

Furthermore, the spokesman remarked that ongoing investigations led to the finding of 10,000 narcotic tablets in one of the factories. The Monastir Public Prosecution Office granted authorization for the arrest of 10 individuals associated with an international network engaged in smuggling and supplying drugs into Tunisian territory.

He also mentioned that efforts are continuing to apprehend the remaining individuals implicated in these crimes, which include participation in a criminal gang focused on drug smuggling and money laundering within Tunisian territory.

Tunisia-After conflicting numbers... Farid Ben Jaha explains amount of cannabis and narcotic pills that seized in Monastir [Video] - Tunisia News

PartagezTweetezPartagez+10 PartagesSpeaking to Tunisie Numérique,spokesman for the courts of Monastir and Mahdia, Farid Ben Jaha, confirmed that 270 kilograms of cannabis and 10,000 drug tablets were seized. This clarification came after contradicting reports concerning the quantities seized in...

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Tunisia – He used girls as “mules” to bring heroin into their bellies



By LM | May 14, 2024 at 7:26 p.m.

The executives and agents of the Anti-Narcotics Sub-Directorate, of the Judicial Police Directorate, were able to dismantle an international network active in the field of smuggling and promotion of narcotic substances, where the main suspect, who has a criminal record in this area, works to lure girls to send them to one of the countries to import large quantities of heroin, which they ingest before boarding a plane back home.

The individual in question was arrested with one of the young girls at Tunis-Carthage airport, who had brought 10 large capsules of heroin weighing approximately 500 grams, after having covered all her travel expenses, with the participation of his brother, who works in a travel agency in the capital.

After examination, the public prosecutor authorized the detention of the two brothers and the young girl for “crimes related to drugs and money laundering” and the continuation of the research, according to the general directorate of national security.

Tunisie – Il utilisait des filles comme « mules » pour ramener dans leurs ventres de l’héroïne - Tunisie

Les cadres et agents de la Sous-direction de lutte contre les stupéfiants, de la Direction de la Police Judiciaire, ont pu démanteler un réseau

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Kasserine : Arrest of a Takfirist for drug trafficking



By Mohsen Tiss | May 13, 2024 at 11:26

Emergency Police units in the Thala region in the governorate of Kasserine announced the arrest of two individuals who obtained their supplies of narcotics from a takfirist who was arrested following this operation. 71 narcotics tablets were seized

kasserine: Arrestation d’un takfiriste pour trafic de drogue

Les unités de la Police de de secours dans la région de Thala dans le gouvernorat de Kasserine ont annoncé l'arrestation de deux individus qui

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Tunisia – Manouba : Arrest of individual wanted by Interpol​

By R
| 17 mai 2024



A patrol affiliated with intelligence units in the National Guard district of Manouba was able to arrest an individual wanted internationally for “detention, sale, distribution and trafficking of drugs” and who was condemned to 8 years in prison.

After examination, the Public Prosecutor’s Office authorized the required measures in this regard, according to the General Administration of the National Guard.

Tunisia – Manouba: Arrest of individual wanted by Interpol - Tunisia News

PartagezTweetezPartagez+10 PartagesA patrol affiliated with intelligence units in the National Guard district of Manouba was able to arrest an individual wanted internationally for “detention, sale, distribution and trafficking of drugs” and who was condemned to 8 years in prison. After...

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Tunisia – Nabeul : Arrest of two dealers and seizure of 900 narcotics tablets


By LM | May 17, 2024 at 8:28 p.m.

Executives and agents of the Nabeul Judicial Police Division were able to dismantle a network specializing in the trafficking of narcotic tablets and seize a plastic bag containing 900 “Erica” narcotic pills.

The General Directorate of National Security explained, in a press release published today, Friday, that the seized drugs were in the possession of a taxi driver and another person, and that they intended to sell them in the Dar Chaabane El-Fehri area, in the governorate of Nabeul.

She confirmed that by contacting the Nabeul public prosecutor's office, it authorized the opening of an investigation into the “detention, consumption and trafficking of narcotic tablets” and the detention of the people involved, specifying that the research continue.

Tunisie – Nabeul : Arrestation de deux dealers et saisie de 900 comprimés de stupéfiants - Tunisie

Les cadres et agents de la Division de la Police Judiciaire de Nabeul ont pu démanteler un réseau spécialisé dans le trafic des comprimés stupéfiants et

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Tunisia – Sousse : Arrest of two drug dealers


By LM | May 21, 2024 at 8:22 p.m.

Today, Tuesday May 21, 2024, security units in the Sousse Medina region were able to arrest two dangerous drug dealers from the Kabbadji region, who were the subject of numerous wanted notices.

During the operation, a “Zatla” drug plaque, sharp weapons and a sum of money were seized from their possession, according to what a security source said.

Tunisie – Sousse : Arrestation de deux dealers de drogue - Tunisie

Aujourd'hui, mardi 21 mai 2024, les unités sécuritaires de la région Sousse Médina ont pu arrêter deux dangereux dealers de la région Kabbadji, qui

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Tunisia – Douz : Arrest of two individuals and seizure of 2,325 narcotic tablets​

By R
| 23 mai 2024



A patrol from the Public Security Units at the National Guard post in Rjim Maatoug, supported by various specialities in the National Guard District of Douz, was able to arrest two individuals, including a foreigner, and seize 2,325 tablets of Pregabalin narcotics and a motorcycle used for transport.

The required legal measures have been taken against them, according to the General Directorate of the National Guard

Tunisia – Douz: Arrest of two individuals and seizure of 2,325 narcotic tablets - Tunisia News

PartagezTweetezPartagez+10 PartagesA patrol from the Public Security Units at the National Guard post in Rjim Maatoug, supported by various specialities in the National Guard District of Douz, was able to arrest two individuals, including a foreigner, and seize 2,325 tablets of Pregabalin...

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Tunisia – Sousse : Seizure of quantities of drugs in foreign car​

By R
| 26 mai 2024



The judicial research units of the National Guard district in Sousse apprehended two individuals after their arrest in a car registered abroad and in possession of a cannabis plate, narcotics tablets and a quantity of cocaine.

After consultation with the public prosecutor, the required legal measures were taken in agreement with the general management of the National Guard.

Tunisia – Sousse: Seizure of quantities of drugs in foreign car - Tunisia News

PartagezTweetezPartagez+10 PartagesThe judicial research units of the National Guard district in Sousse apprehended two individuals after their arrest in a car registered abroad and in possession of a cannabis plate, narcotics tablets and a quantity of cocaine. After consultation with the public...

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Tunisia – Ettadhamen : Dismantling of a drug trafficking network



By LM | May 26, 2024 at 8:11 p.m.

A joint patrol between intelligence units and public security units, at the National Guard post, March 2 city, in the National Guard district of Ettadhamen, with the participation of rapid intervention units from the Ariana region, was able to dismantle a network specializing in the promotion of narcotic substances and arrest three of its members.

The General Directorate of the National Guard indicated, Sunday, in a press release, that among the three people arrested was an individual against whom 5 search notices were issued for the benefit of various security units and judicial structures, and who was sentenced to 6 years in prison.

The management added that pieces of cannabis of different sizes, narcotic tablets and a quantity of cocaine (200 grams) were seized, confirming that after examination, the Public Prosecutor's Office authorized the necessary legal measures against them.

Tunisie – Ettadhamen : Démantèlement d’un réseau de trafic de drogue - Tunisie

Une patrouille conjointe entre les unités des renseignement et les unités de sécurité publique, au poste de la Garde Nationale, de la cité du 2 mars, dans

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Tunisia - Hergla toll station : Seizure of 680 grams of cocaine ​

By R
| 26 février 2024

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In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, Tunisian security forces dismantled a drug trafficking network working on the A01 motorway at the Hergla toll station.

This operation resulted in the detention of six people and the confiscation of various drugs, including 680 grams of cocaine.

An initial vehicle inspection led to the apprehension of three individuals discovered with cocaine and a sum of money in foreign currencies. A subsequent operation resulted in the arrest of three additional people found in possession of different quantities of cannabis, narcotic tablets, cocaine, as well as money in both Tunisian dinars and foreign currencies.

Moreover, in the Tunis region, a patrol arrested three dealers, one of whom is a notorious criminal previously condemned to 10 years in prison for drug trafficking. These individuals were found with cannabis and proceeds from drug sales.

Following these arrests, the judicial authorities have directed that the appropriate legal actions be taken.

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PartagezTweetezPartagez+10 PartagesIn a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, Tunisian security forces dismantled a drug trafficking network working on the A01 motorway at the Hergla toll station. This operation resulted in the detention of six people and the confiscation of various drugs...

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Tunisia – Attempted smuggling of drugs in tea, coffee and chocolate packaging​

By R
| 27 mai 2024



Security units from the Tunis district of the border police at Goulette ports were able to seize 12 plates of cannabis and approximately 1,000 ecstasy tablets from a Tunisian traveller coming from a foreign country.

This seizure follows the availability of information according to which travellers from a foreign country were transporting a quantity of narcotic substances. After coordination with customs authorities, the truck was carefully searched, and 12 cans of Indian cannabis weighing around 1.2 kg and approximately 1,000 ecstasy tablets were discovered hidden inside, as packages of tea, products food, boxes of chocolate and coffee, according to the General Administration of National Security.

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PartagezTweetezPartagez+10 PartagesSecurity units from the Tunis district of the border police at Goulette ports were able to seize 12 plates of cannabis and approximately 1,000 ecstasy tablets from a Tunisian traveller coming from a foreign country. This seizure follows the availability of...

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Tunisia – They hid the drugs in a truck carrying fish



By LM | May 29, 2024 at 9:09 p.m.

The General Prosecutor's Office at the Court of First Instance of Sfax 1 authorized the detention of two people with a view to their arrest for drug trafficking. And this, following the seizure of 7 plates of Indian cannabis and a sum of money, according to a source from the National Security Information and Communications Office.

The same source explained that, following the communication of information to agents and executives of the Regional Anti-Narcotics Brigade of Sfax, affiliated with the Directorate of Judicial Police of El Gorjani, according to which two people had joined the field of transportation and promotion of drugs, the case received the necessary importance from the aforementioned security unit, and by carrying out a series of investigations it was possible to identify the suspected persons and, more in detail it was proven that they intended to move towards the Sousse region with the intention of bringing a quantity of drugs.

Ambushing them, they were arrested on board a truck carrying fish, and after a careful search, 7 plates of cannabis and a sum of money amounting to 290 dinars were seized.

Tunisie – Ils cachaient la drogue dans un camion transportant du poisson - Tunisie

Le Parquet Général près le Tribunal de Première Instance de Sfax 1 a autorisé la détention de deux personnes en vue de leur arrestation pour trafic de

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Tunisia – He receives 37,500 narcotics tablets by postal parcel


By LM | May 29, 2024 at 8:59 p.m.

Customs services at the postal parcel office in Tunisia were able to seize a quantity of narcotic tablets, such as pregabalin 300mg, inside postal parcels coming from abroad.

37,500 narcotic tablets were discovered hidden in 6 postal packages addressed to a Tunisian citizen residing in Tunis who, according to initial investigations, was preparing to transit them to a neighboring country.

The General Directorate of Customs indicated that a seizure report was drawn up for this purpose and that the file was transmitted to the competent security services for further investigation after consultation with the public prosecutor.

Tunisie – Il réceptionne 37500 comprimés de stupéfiants par colis postaux - Tunisie

Les services des douanes au niveau du bureau des colis postaux de Tunisie ont pu saisir une quantité de comprimés stupéfiants, de type prégabaline 300mg,

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Tunisia – Sfax : Seizure of more than 40 thousand narcotics tablets​

By R
| 3 juin 2024



A patrol of the Customs Guard Division in Sfax thwarted an attempt to smuggle more than 40,000 narcotics tablets aboard a car registered abroad.

According to a report issued by the General Directorate of Customs, on Monday, the aforementioned team seized the car with two individuals on board and, after subjecting it to a thorough inspection, 43,650 tablets of “Pregabalin 300 mg” were discovered hidden in a cache prepared for this purpose.

A detention report was drawn up and, in consultation with the public prosecutor, he authorized the referral of the two suspects and the seizure to the competent security services to continue the inquiries, according to the same source.

Tunisia – Sfax: Seizure of more than 40 thousand narcotics tablets - Tunisia News

PartagezTweetezPartagez+10 PartagesA patrol of the Customs Guard Division in Sfax thwarted an attempt to smuggle more than 40,000 narcotics tablets aboard a car registered abroad. According to a report issued by the General Directorate of Customs, on Monday, the aforementioned team seized the...

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Tunisia – Sbeïtla : They sold cannabis aboard taxi​

By R
| 3 juin 2024



The delegate of Sbeitla of the Governorate of Kasserine, Hatem Riahi, confirmed to the press, today Monday, June 3, 2024, that the forces of the National Guard in the region of Sbeitla managed to intercept three individuals (two men and a woman ), who were implicated in cannabis trafficking through the different delegations in the region, aboard a taxi car.

He stressed that legal measures would be taken against them, after consultation with the public prosecutor.

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PartagezTweetezPartagez+10 PartagesThe delegate of Sbeitla of the Governorate of Kasserine, Hatem Riahi, confirmed to the press, today Monday, June 3, 2024, that the forces of the National Guard in the region of Sbeitla managed to intercept three individuals (two men and a woman ), who were...

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Seizure of 372,000 narcotic tablets on border between Tunisia and Algeria​

By R
| 5 juin 2024

Elements of the Algerian gendarmerie in the Wilaya of El Oued, on the Tunisian border, were able to seize 372,000 narcotic tablets and apprehend nine individuals with criminal records who were the subject of search warrants, according to a press release from the same security authority on Tuesday.

The same source clarified that “the narcotic tablets were carefully concealed and camouflaged with 180 quintals of onions on board a truck equipped with an advanced tracking device in the Al-Rabah area, to ease the process of following its specific route”.

After carrying out the inquiry and intensifying the investigations, as indicated in the press release, “searches were carried out in suspicious areas, as a result of which 9 people with criminal records were the subject of search warrants in related cases smuggling and theft were arrested. »

The 9 suspects will be directed to the competent judicial police, while 3 others have been identified and are still on the run, according to the same source.

On Tuesday, police in the same Wilaya were able to seize 10.6 kilos of kif, and two individuals were arrested in this case.

In a recent context, the Chief of Staff of the Algerian army, Lieutenant General Saeed Chengriha, cautioned against the growing trend of the phenomenon of smuggling of hallucinogens of all kinds in the country.

He underscored in a speech on Tuesday, in Constantine, in the east of the country, that “the army stands on guard against all those who are behind this dangerous scourge”.

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PartagezTweetezPartagez+10 PartagesElements of the Algerian gendarmerie in the Wilaya of El Oued, on the Tunisian border, were able to seize 372,000 narcotic tablets and apprehend nine individuals with criminal records who were the subject of search warrants, according to a press release from...

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Tunisia – Metlaoui : Dismantling of hallucinogenic tablet trafficking network​

By R
| 10 juin 2024



Security units in Metlaoui, under the Gafsa governorate, apprehended a person in his private car, in which 100 hallucinogenic tablets were discovered. A subsequent search of the individual’s house revealed an additional 1,060 hallucinogenic tablets of the same type. Similarly, two other individuals, a man and his sister, were arrested in possession of 4 hallucinogenic tablets. Authorities likewise seized 4,000 dinars in national currency by promoting prohibited items and several cellular SIM cards.

After a thorough inquiry, it was found that a fourth person, who is the subject of three wanted notices and lives outside the national territory, is responsible for supplying the aforementioned criminal network with hallucinogenic tablets through illegal immigration by boat. The Public Prosecutor’s Office authorized the arrest of all those involved. It included the fourth person in the search, for charges related to the supply, promotion, transport, and possession of narcotics.

Tunisia – Metlaoui: Dismantling of hallucinogenic tablet trafficking network - Tunisia News

PartagezTweetezPartagez+10 Partages Security units in Metlaoui, under the Gafsa governorate, apprehended a person in his private car, in which 100 hallucinogenic tablets were discovered. A subsequent search of the individual’s house revealed an additional 1,060 hallucinogenic tablets of the same...

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Tunisia - Kram : Dad sold drugs in family home, with his son​

By R
| 12 juin 2024



Drug trafficking, is one of the plagues of modern times, what can we say when this sinister business is staged by a father and his son, moreover in the family home? This is the strange finding made by agents of the anti-drug sub-directorate in El Gorjani. The public prosecutor of the Court of First Instance of Tunis validated the police custody for the alleged trafficking of drugs and narcotic tablets.

The events took place in the locality of El Kram, in the northern suburbs of the capital, Tunis, reported private radio this Wednesday, June 12. The police received news reporting the suspicious actions of a young man in his twenties…

By searching his whereabouts, investigators discovered that his father was also implicated in this traffic. Worse: “the goods” were broken down in the family home. The premises were searched with a fine-tooth comb and it didn’t fail: cannabis, cocaine, tablets of all kinds and a large sum of money were found.

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PartagezTweetezPartagez+10 PartagesDrug trafficking, is one of the plagues of modern times, what can we say when this sinister business is staged by a father and his son, moreover in the family home? This is the strange finding made by agents of the anti-drug sub-directorate in El Gorjani. The...

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