Large Criminal Activity
Drug trafficking ring involving Iran-linked network exposed in Seychelles
Police in Seychelles reveal a well‑organized criminal network linked to Iran involved in conspiracy to import controlled drugs and trafficking in persons.
Seychelles authorities have disclosed an ongoing investigation into a major criminal conspiracy involving a well‑organized network that allegedly conspired to import controlled drugs into Seychelles and trafficked vulnerable young Seychellois drug addicts abroad. The evidence indicates links between local actors and an Iranian suspect who reportedly reached Mahé to transport victims by sea. The offences are described as complex and serious, including trafficking in persons and conspiracy to import controlled drugs, with concerns about evidence tampering and impact on victims.
- Status
- active
- Location
- Mahé, Seychelles
- Date added
- 2026-03-25 13:46 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-25 13:46 UTC
- Source
- https://www.sbc.sc/news
- Connected threats
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