Ceuta-Morocco drug tunnel could have multiple exits, investigators suspect

The recently discovered tunnel, believed to have been used for drug smuggling between Ceuta and Morocco, is suspected to have multiple exits, complicating ongoing investigations under Operation «Hades».

Led by the Spanish Civil Guard in cooperation with Moroccan authorities, the probe has identified the tunnel’s starting point and length, but its endpoint remains unknown. Authorities suspect it may have several branches serving different purposes in drug trafficking.

In recent days, Moroccan security forces conducted a field survey using sensor-equipped cameras, revealing more than one possible exit. The tunnel was initially dug near «Arroyo de las Bombas», and upon discovery, authorities were immediately alerted to inspect the site.

Preliminary findings suggest the tunnel is not a single passage but extends to multiple points. Investigators believe it could have several branches used to smuggle drugs to different locations before reaching the «Tarajal» warehouses in Ceuta.

Spanish and Moroccan authorities are closely coordinating to uncover the full extent of the tunnel and the network behind it. As Spanish investigators search for additional branches, intelligence-sharing between the two sides remains crucial for the success of the operation.

As part of the investigation, authorities are working to dismantle a large drug smuggling network that transported significant quantities of hashish using trailers and trucks. Fourteen people have been arrested so far, and investigations are ongoing to determine the full scope of the operation, including the tunnel’s potential role in facilitating irregular migration.