Rabat – Spanish Police have arrested a Moroccan man in Segovia who is the subject of an International Arrest Warrant issued by Morocco, Spanish outlet Acueducto reported.
The suspect is accused of collaborating with other individuals to carry out fraudulent online purchases at Moroccan shopping centers using stolen credit card information.
The investigation, part of Operation TAZA, began on August 20 after authorities reviewed documentation submitted by a residency applicant at the Foreigners’ Office in Segovia.
Upon receiving this information, the Extradition and Borders Provincial Brigade initiated a thorough investigation in close collaboration with the Provincial Scientific Police.
An analysis of the collected data confirmed that the applicant was indeed the individual sought by Moroccan authorities for crimes including forgery, high-tech offenses, and telematic fraud.
Investigators traced the IP addresses and phone numbers used in the fraudulent activities, which revealed a sophisticated scheme where the perpetrators had clearly defined roles.
The investigation also indicated that at least one of the suspects no longer resides in Morocco. The detained individual, along with the police report, has been handed over to the National Court in Madrid for further legal proceedings.
The arrest is part of ongoing cooperation between Spain and Morocco in matters of international law enforcement. Both countries frequently collaborate to track down individuals wanted for various crimes, including fraud and theft.
This partnership facilitates the issuance of International Arrest Warrants and allows authorities to efficiently apprehend suspects across borders.
