Fez : A new terrorist cell dismantled by the BCIJ

The Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations (BCIJ), dismantled on Wednesday, 25th of October, a «dangerous» terrorist cell composed of 4 extremists who are linked to ISIS and operate in the city of Fez, announces the Ministry of the Interior.

Initial investigations revealed that the cell were planning, under the influence of the propaganda publications of this terrorist organization, to carry out attacks in Fez, threatening the safety of people, said the ministry in a statement.

The searches carried out resulted in the seizure of knives including axes and knives of different calibers, a military combination, jihad-praising manuscripts as well as electronic equipments, states the same source.

The suspects will be brought to justice at the end of the investigation, which continues under the supervision of the prosecution, the statement said.