The National Gendarmerie in Mostaganem has successfully apprehended a criminal group specializing in money laundering, following a targeted operation by the Regional Road Security Unit. The operation was initiated based on credible intelligence indicating the presence of an organized criminal network involved in trafficking and transporting hard drugs along National Route 11, which connects Oran and Mostaganem.
Acting on this information, surveillance points were strategically established, leading to the interception of a vehicle matching the provided description. A thorough search of the vehicle revealed a substantial sum of money, exceeding 7,505,000 Algerian Dinars, concealed within the trunk. The driver was immediately taken into custody and transported to the National Gendarmerie’s Investigation and Research Department in Mostaganem for further investigation.
Following due legal process and a comprehensive investigation, compelling evidence emerged, establishing the suspect’s involvement in the illicit trade of various narcotics, including cocaine. The seized funds were determined to be proceeds from these criminal activities. The operation resulted in the arrest of five individuals, the seizure of a tourist vehicle, the aforementioned sum of 7,505,000 Algerian Dinars, a counterfeit 2000 DZD note, and several mobile phones.
The detainees will be presented before the competent judicial authorities, facing charges related to the felony of trafficking hard drugs (cocaine) and psychotropic substances illegally within an organized criminal group, money laundering, the misdemeanor of failing to report a felony, and possession of a counterfeit 2000 DZD banknote.
DZWatch will continue to monitor this developing story and provide updates as they become available. This successful operation underscores the National Gendarmerie’s commitment to combating organized crime and ensuring the safety and security of Algerian citizens.
