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🛒 تسوق الآنMoroccan National Found Dead in Tripoli: Consulate Monitors Criminal Investigation
Moroccan National Found Dead in Tripoli: Consulate Monitors Criminal Investigation
Body of Moroccan Citizen Found Near Hospital on Zawiya Street
A Moroccan national from Ksar El Kebir was found dead near a hospital on Zawiya Street in Tripoli, Libya, on Saturday, June 13, 2026. The body showed clear signs of beating and assault, according to an informed source cited by Hespress Arabic. A forensic report from Libya's Justice Ministry confirmed the cause of death was strangulation with a rigid, flexible object — marking the incident as a criminal homicide.
The victim had been registered with Morocco's Consulate General in Tripoli and had previously applied in person for a laissez-passer to return home. His son, residing in Italy, contacted the consulate after a photo of an unidentified body circulated, prompting a representative to verify the matter. The consulate confirmed the deceased was registered with consular services.
Forensic Evidence Points to Strangulation
A forensic report from Libya's Justice Ministry, reviewed by Hespress Arabic, revealed compression marks on the front of the neck, a fractured thyroid cartilage, bruising on the right shoulder and back, and internal hemorrhaging. The report concluded the cause of death was strangulation with a rigid, flexible object — confirming this was not a natural death.
"The body bore traces of blood, and the preliminary medical report indicates a criminal suspicion related to strangulation by an instrument," the source told Hespress Arabic. "The relevant Libyan authorities, represented by the public prosecution, have begun a thorough investigation into the incident."
Key Facts in the Case
- Victim: Moroccan national from Ksar El Kebir, registered with Morocco's consulate in Tripoli
- Location: Near a hospital on Zawiya Street, Tripoli, Libya
- Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
- Cause of death: Strangulation with a rigid, flexible object (per forensic report)
- Forensic findings: Compression marks on neck, fractured thyroid cartilage, bruising on shoulder and back, internal hemorrhaging
- Investigation: Libyan public prosecution and Justice Ministry leading the case
- Consular response: Moroccan consulate sent a representative; repatriation at government expense approved
History of Detention and Escape
The deceased had previously been detained by Libya's internal security apparatus as part of the fight against illegal immigration. He managed to escape from a migrant detention center with the help of another person. However, those involved in his killing remain unknown to this day. The consulate is following the investigation conducted by the public prosecution and Libya's Justice Ministry, awaiting the investigation file and official report to identify the body and facilitate its handover and return to Morocco.
Repatriation at Moroccan Government Expense
Morocco's Ministry of Foreign Affairs was informed that the victim's family could not bear the costs of repatriation. Following preliminary approval granted due to the deceased's difficult social circumstances, the repatriation will take place at the expense of the Moroccan government. "The relevant services will begin the procedures for transferring the body once the investigations are completed and the necessary permits are obtained," the source said.
Why This Matters for Libya and Morocco
This case highlights the ongoing dangers faced by migrants and foreign nationals in Libya, where detention centers and irregular migration routes remain a persistent humanitarian concern. The Moroccan consulate regularly coordinates with Libya's Interior Ministry on deportations of undocumented migrants from official detention centers — two groups have already been deported, and a third group of around 100 people is pending. For Libyan authorities, the case underscores the security challenges in Tripoli and the need for stronger protections for foreign nationals on Libyan soil.
Investigation Ongoing — What Comes Next
Libya's public prosecution is leading a thorough investigation into the killing. The Moroccan consulate awaits the official investigation file to identify the body and complete handover procedures. As the forensic evidence confirms homicide, pressure is mounting on Libyan authorities to identify and apprehend the perpetrators. The case is expected to test bilateral cooperation between Morocco and Libya on consular affairs and migrant rights.
— LibyaPress / Politics Desk
