Ali Lmrabet's Arrest Explained by Casablanca Prosecutor
In a significant development regarding the recent arrest of prominent journalist Ali Lmrabet, the Prosecutor of the King at the Casablanca Correctional Court released a statement late on Monday, July 13, 2026. The statement disclosed that Lmrabet was apprehended at the Tangier Airport based on multiple outstanding warrants issued against him. These warrants stem from his alleged involvement in activities that contravene the law, notably related to the dissemination of digital content that purportedly contains defamatory and insulting remarks towards individuals and institutions, as well as offenses against legally governed bodies.
Following his arrest, Lmrabet was transferred to the National Brigade of Judicial Police (BNPJ) in Casablanca, where investigations are being conducted. The Prosecutor's office confirmed that Lmrabet is currently in police custody to facilitate the ongoing investigation, which is being conducted under judicial supervision. This process ensures that all procedural guarantees afforded by law are upheld, alongside the presumption of innocence that applies to all suspects.
Upon completion of the inquiry, Lmrabet is expected to be brought before the same Prosecutor’s office to determine the necessary legal consequences of the case. The legal proceedings surrounding this case have sparked considerable attention, particularly given Lmrabet's status as a notable figure in Moroccan journalism and his history of advocacy for freedom of expression.
As reported by maroc-hebdo.com.
