Agadir Incident: Arrest of a Homeless Individual for Assault

On the afternoon of October 2, 2026, officers from the Agadir police department successfully apprehended a homeless man with a criminal record, suspected of involvement in a serious incident involving drug use and intentional harm to another person using a caustic substance. The suspect allegedly sprayed a victim in the face with this hazardous material while the latter was inside a fast-food establishment in Agadir. This shocking act of violence was captured on video and circulated across various social media platforms, raising public concern.

Following thorough investigations and inquiries, law enforcement was able to identify and arrest the suspect on the same day. During a subsequent search, authorities discovered a bottle containing the caustic substance believed to be used for the assault, further substantiating the charges against him. The suspect is currently being held in police custody as the judicial investigation continues under the supervision of the competent public prosecutor's office. This inquiry aims to uncover all circumstances and details surrounding the incident, as well as to determine the underlying motives for such a violent act.

As reported by medialive.ma.