Turkish authorities have arrested a 36-year-old Moroccan woman, identified as Z.E., in Istanbul. She was wanted by Morocco and was the subject of an INTERPOL Red Notice for drug trafficking, according to reports on Wednesday.
The arrest took place as part of an operation by Turkish police, who had been tracking the suspect. She was apprehended in the city and is currently in custody pending extradition proceedings.
Moroccan authorities had issued an international arrest warrant for Z.E., who was allegedly involved in a drug trafficking network. The Red Notice, issued by INTERPOL at Morocco's request, facilitated her identification and arrest in Turkey.
This arrest highlights the ongoing cooperation between Moroccan and Turkish law enforcement in combating international drug trafficking. Further details about the case have not been disclosed.
