Sefrou: Two Arrested for Illegal Treasure Hunting Using Advanced Equipment

In a precise security operation, the judicial police in the city of Sefrou arrested two individuals involved in illegal treasure hunting on Friday, January 17, 2025, in close coordination with local authorities. The operation took place in the Lalla Yza neighborhood, where the suspects were caught in the act using modern digging tools and advanced devices believed to be designed for locating buried treasures.

Initial data indicates that the arrested individuals belong to an organized network active in treasure hunting in the region, raising questions about the extent of these illegal activities and their dangers to national heritage. The suspects have been placed under provisional detention by order of the public prosecutor, pending further investigations to uncover other involved parties and details of these operations.

It is worth noting that Moroccan law criminalizes treasure hunting without obtaining an official permit, as it poses a direct threat to the cultural and historical heritage of the country. This operation is part of ongoing efforts by security authorities to combat crimes targeting national heritage and to protect it from exploitation.

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