Rabat Appeals Court Confirms Sentence for 'Ben Nsnas'
In a significant ruling, the Rabat Appeals Court upheld the initial verdict against the well-known content creator, widely recognized as "Ben Nsnas." On the morning of October 27, 2026, the court confirmed an eight-month prison sentence accompanied by a hefty fine of 20,000 dirhams. This decision stems from a case that generated considerable controversy across social media platforms after a video surfaced showing him preparing and consuming meat from a deceased dog.
The repercussions of this ruling extend beyond just the prison term and financial penalty. The court also mandated the closure of all digital channels affiliated with Ben Nsnas and imposed a three-year ban on his ability to engage in content creation activities. This ruling reflects a growing sensitivity towards animal rights and the impact of social media content on public sentiment.
The case dates back to June when a video went viral, depicting Ben Nsnas retrieving a dead dog from the road following a traffic accident. In a shocking turn of events, he was seen skinning the animal and preparing it for consumption, which incited a wave of outrage among social media users and prompted animal rights organizations to take action.
Earlier in July, the Temara Court had already found the YouTuber guilty on charges related to offending Islamic values and threatening to commit a misdemeanor. However, he was acquitted of more severe charges concerning the killing and dismemberment of an animal without necessity, as well as threats to commit a felony. The recent appeal session also witnessed the presence of a human rights organization acting as a civil plaintiff, which requested a symbolic compensation of one dirham, alongside the demands for the closure of his digital channels and restrictions on his social media usage.
This case underscores the increasing scrutiny of content creators in Morocco and highlights the balance between freedom of expression and societal norms regarding ethics and animal rights. It remains to be seen how this ruling will affect the landscape of digital content creation in Morocco moving forward.
As reported by marrakech7.com.
