Keywords: Crime


FBI director praises Moroccan security expertise ahead of 2026 World Cup

The director of the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation has praised the professionalism and expertise of Moroccan security officers deployed to the United States to support preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In a message addressed to Moroccan police personnel sent by Morocco’s General......

Morocco-Sweden security cooperation highlighted by arrest of wanted Swedish national

Moroccan and Swedish authorities have highlighted the growing importance of bilateral security cooperation following the arrest in Morocco of a Swedish national wanted by Swedish authorities. The latest case adds to a series of operations involving suspects sought internationally and comes as Rabat......

South Africa reports continued violence against women in 2026

South Africa continues to face serious challenges linked to violence against women, with new figures highlighting the scale of killings, attempted murders and sexual offences recorded during 2026. According to figures cited by the South African Human Rights Commission, around 569 women were killed between......

Fès charity home investigated over alleged trafficking and exploitation of minors

Authorities in Fès have opened a major investigation into allegations of human trafficking and the exploitation of minors at a charitable residential facility, with 12 people placed in police custody and six others facing prosecution while remaining free. The investigation centers on the El Wafaa......

South Africa faces renewed scrutiny over gun violence and high murder rates

South African police have launched an investigation after four men were found shot dead in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape, in the latest incident highlighting the persistent challenge of violent crime and gun-related killings in the country. Authorities appealed to members of the public who may have information......

South Africa: Nearly 1,800 Seized Weapons Destroyed in Lesotho

South Africa and Lesotho are strengthening their police cooperation to combat the illegal circulation of firearms. Nearly 1,800 weapons confiscated during operations in Lesotho were transferred to South Africa before being permanently destroyed. South African and Lesotho authorities have taken a new......

Casablanca Strengthens Its Security Measures Against Crime and Fugitives

A large-scale security operation has been underway since the beginning of the week in several areas of Casablanca. Supervised by the director of the judicial police, Mohamed Dkhissi, this campaign specifically targets individuals with outstanding warrants as well as areas facing various forms of delinquency. The......

Montreal sees 55% drop in firearm-related crime over the past year

Montreal recorded a significant decline in firearm-related crime over the past year, with incidents falling by 55% compared with the peak reached in 2021, a period that the Montreal Police Service had previously described as a particularly difficult phase for public safety. The figures were included......

Peru joins US-backed Americas Shield to fight transnational crime

Peru is set to join the “Americas Shield,” a US-backed coalition aimed at strengthening cooperation against transnational organised crime, President Keiko Fujimori announced Thursday following a meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Lima. The announcement came as security and......