This targeted intervention successfully dismantled a notorious ghetto, which had secretly harbored an Indian hemp trafficking network. Initial findings from the investigation indicate that this location served as both a crucial transit point and a consumption site for users.

The raid resulted in the apprehension of several individuals at the scene and the seizure of substantial equipment directly linked to the illicit trade. Investigations are actively continuing to identify and apprehend all branches and persons involved in this criminal enterprise.

A network facilitated by a military insider?

However, the case has taken a particularly serious turn with the Republican Police’s active search for a Béninese armed forces agent. Known by the nickname « Alòtrò » (referencing the gecko), this military officer is at the core of investigators’ attention, as he is suspected of direct complicity with the drug trafficking networks.

According to intelligence gathered by security services, the soldier did not frequent the ghetto for personal consumption. Instead, he had established a well-structured extortion scheme, regularly collecting ransoms from the dealers.

In exchange for these illicit payments, the military officer allegedly guaranteed them supposed protection and immunity from potential law enforcement raids, thereby betraying his sworn duty to the nation.