The Moroccan city of Meknes witnessed a state of security alert following a concerning discovery during renovation work in one of its historic neighborhoods. Local authorities and security agencies declared a high state of alert after finding 17 cartridges of 7.62 mm caliber at the site of a demolished shack that had been housing a homeless person.
The incident occurred during ongoing maintenance and restoration work on the Ismaili Wall in the Rua neighborhood of the Olive district, historically known as the Ismaili Capital. Upon discovering the ammunition, specialized teams from various security agencies were called to deal with the situation.
According to sources, teams from the judicial police and the scientific and technical police rushed to the scene, along with elements from the internal intelligence service (DGST). A specialized military patrol in dealing with explosive materials was also summoned to assess the situation and ensure the safety of the area.
Upon arrival, the security teams immediately initiated the legal procedures followed in such cases, cordoning off the area, collecting evidence, and conducting initial investigations. This precautionary measure comes as part of efforts aimed at maintaining public security and citizen safety.
No additional information has yet been announced regarding the source of the ammunition or the purpose of its presence at this site. Investigations are expected to continue in the coming days to uncover the circumstances of this unusual incident in the historic city.
It’s worth noting that this incident highlights the importance of security vigilance, especially during restoration and development work in historical areas, which may reveal unexpected surprises requiring prompt and cautious handling by the competent authorities.