Tunisian Court Sentences 30 Years in Prison for International Drug Smuggling Network

A Tunisian court has sentenced members of an international drug smuggling network to 30 years in prison, fining them 500,000 dinars for their involvement in the crime.

The harsh sentences were handed down following an attempt to smuggle large quantities of drugs through the maritime port of Halq al-Wad.

The criminal chamber of the Court of First Instance in Tunis also issued sentences of 15 years in prison for those involved in drug trafficking.

The judicial decisions targeted an international network active in distributing drugs in nightclubs and tourist and urban areas in the capital.

The sentences also include suspended sentences for the brother of the main suspect, who was directly involved in smuggling and storage operations.