INTERPOL Morocco Update – Moroccan security services arrest individual wanted on INTERPOL Red Notice

Last year we noted how Morocco hosted  the 93^rd INTERPOL General Assembly, examined what was on the agenda and detailed the strengthened cooperation between Morocco and China. In addition, we noted that the Assembly started with a commitment to enhance international cooperation and published updates in relation to cybercrime and the new Executive Committee Members.

We noted how going forward, this could indicate increased action on the part of Moroccan authorities, as well as growing commitment to law enforcement in Africa, and there is now evidence of this.

What has happened?

It is now being reported that the Moroccan security services have arrested a Tunisian national who was the subject of an international arrest warrant for allegations of forgery and theft operations.

Authorities have indicated that this action reflects Morocco’s role in international security coordination and efforts to target suspects linked to cross-border crime and subject to international arrest notices.

We have recently explored the question of whether individuals can be arrested following publication of an INTERPOL Red Notice.

What about general developments in relation to other INTERPOL measures?

We have also been tracking the progress of the INTEPOL Silver Notice:

What is INTERPOL’s Silver Notice?

The Silver Notice also made an appearance at the 93^rd INTERPOL General Assembly in a panel titled “Tackling Organised Crime and Emerging Threats”, which brought together law enforcement from Belgium, Botswana, Canada and New Zealand and welcomed the progress of the INTERPOL Silver Notice project to trace and recover criminal assets.

This is a conclusion that we have previously reached:

INTERPOL Silver Notice – here to stay!

What does this mean going forward?

Morocco was recently elected Vice-President for Africa by a majority vote, signalling a renewed commitment to law enforcement in Africa.

Indeed, we recently covered an INTERPOL cybercrime operation in Africa targeting scams involving crypto, as well as a recent meeting to discuss organised crime across Africa.

We have also recently discussed the operation Serengeti, which resulted in thousands of arrests and over 134,000 scam operations dismantled., as well as another operation which resulted in 651 arrests and $4.3 million recovered.

How Gherson can help

Those who suspect that they may be subject to INTERPOL measures, including a Red (or Blue) Notice and diffusion, should take heed.

Gherson Solicitors continue to receive requests for expert advice and assistance from those who believe they may have outstanding financial issues. That advice tackles:

1. How best to approach a possible INTERPOL notice;
2. Preparing for potential criminal proceedings / an extradition request;
3. Preparing for a situation where a civil matter or commercial dispute could be used to initiate bogus criminal proceedings; and
4. Even exploring the possibility of instigating civil litigation proceedings to recover any misappropriated assets.

Gherson have previously written a series of blogs designed to assist those who suspect they may be subject to INTERPOL measures (including a Blue and a Red Notice):

• INTERPOL and Red Notice Challenges
• How to Remove an INTERPOL Red Notice
• INTERPOL Red Notices and Extradition
• How do I know if I am subject to an INTERPOL Red Notice?
• What is INTERPOL’s Silver Notice?
• INTERPOL UPDATE – India charges 8 people in first Interpol Silver Notice Case
• What is an INTERPOL Yellow Notice?
• What is an INTERPOL-United Nations Security Council Special Notice?
• What is an INTERPOL Purple Notice?
• What is an INTERPOL Green Notice and can it be challenged?
• What is an INTERPOL Orange Notice and can it be challenged?
• What is the purpose of an INTERPOL Blue Notice, and can it be challenged?
• What is an INTERPOL Blue Notice?

Gherson has over 38 years of experience in assisting with all aspects of INTERPOL, Red Notice challenges and extradition. If you would like to speak to us in respect of any of the issues raised in this blog or about your specific circumstances,  do not hesitate to contact us for advice, send us an e-mail, or alternatively, follow us on X, Facebook, or LinkedIn to stay-up-to-date.

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