Spain
Luxury Car Thefts Surge 17% in Spain, New Criminal Tactics Emerge
Thefts of luxury cars in Spain during the summer season increased by 17% this year. Criminals use several methods to commit their crimes.
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Theft
Morocco
Canadian Police Chief: Stolen Ontario Cars Found in Morocco, Fueling International Auto Theft Concerns
During a recent police board meeting, Stephen Tanner, chief of the Halton Regional Police, stated that several cars stolen from his city have been found in Morocco.
France
Flight to Marrakech Canceled, Passengers Stranded at Dole-Jura Airport
A flight to Marrakech from Dole-Jura airport was canceled. Passengers were left to their own devices, without any alternative solution.
Spain
A Moroccan hero honored in Spain
Muhammad Ali, a Moroccan residing in Badalona, in northern Spain, was assaulted by two individuals after preventing them from stealing a woman. The town hall of the city paid tribute to this 20-year-old young man for his heroic gesture.
France
12-Year-Old Arrested in Paris for €200,000 Luxury Watch Theft
A 12-year-old Moroccan minor fled with a luxury watch worth 200,000 euros after burgling an apartment in Paris (16th arrondissement). Arrested in the Goutte-d’Or neighborhood, the teenager was released with a summons to appear before the juvenile judge responsible for implementing educational measures.
Belgium
Liège Good Samaritans Use Facebook to Return Dozen Stolen Phones
In Liège, Yassine and Ilias launched a Facebook appeal to return a dozen stolen mobile phones to their unsuspecting owners.
Sport
Marseille Midfielder Guendouzi's Home Burglarized During Match, Luxury Watch Stolen
French international of Moroccan origin Mattéo Guendouzi was the victim of a burglary at his home in Cassis during the friendly match between his club Marseille and Bayer Leverkusen.
Morocco
Moroccan Expats Face Customs Hurdles After Car Theft, New Guide Advises
Moroccans residing abroad (MREs who are victims of theft of their vehicle in Morocco must not leave the country before regularizing the situation with customs. In its latest 2023 guide for MREs, it gives the rules to follow in case of theft.
Morocco
Moroccan Customs Outlines Procedure for Expats Facing Car Theft During Visits Home
The joy of returning to Morocco can, for some, turn into a nightmare if your car is stolen. The Moroccan customs provide a procedure in this case, especially if the stolen vehicle is subject to the Temporary Admission (AT) regime.
Morocco
Bank Employee Arrested in Morocco for $400,000 Client Account Theft Scheme
A 55-year-old employee of a bank branch was arrested in Khémisset, for her alleged involvement in a case of misappropriation of bank deposits and breach of trust.
Spain
Spanish Supreme Court Overturns Wrongful Rape Conviction After 24 Years
The criminal chamber of the Supreme Court (Spain) has just overturned the decision of the Barcelona provincial court that had sentenced Ahmed Tommouhi to 24 years in prison for two rape crimes and two offenses on September 23, 1992.
Belgium
Moroccan Man Jailed for 8 Months After Sandwich Theft and Assault in Belgian Store
A sausage sandwich and an illegal stay, a cocktail that led a 33-year-old Moroccan man straight to court. The Bruges court sentenced him to eight months in prison for an incident that took place in a Carrefour Express at the Bruges train station.