Arrest Made Following Social Media Video Investigation
On Tuesday, Moroccan law enforcement officials apprehended a man near the city of Safi, following the emergence of a video on social media that allegedly promotes the production and usage of a homemade firearm. This operation was executed based on intelligence provided by the Territorial Surveillance Agency (DGST), which alerted the provincial judicial police to the concerning content circulating online.
The arrest occurred in the Jamâat Shaim area, situated just outside Safi, highlighting the proactive measures taken by the police in response to potential threats posed by such alarming online activities. Security sources indicated that the authorities acted swiftly upon identifying the video, which had garnered attention on various social media platforms.
After the suspect was detained, he was placed in police custody while an investigation commenced under the oversight of the Public Prosecutor’s Office. This incident underscores the ongoing efforts of Moroccan authorities to address issues related to public safety and the regulation of firearms, particularly in the face of rising concerns regarding homemade weaponry.
As reported by barlamantoday.com.
