Tunisian Court Sentences Young Woman to 20 Years in Prison for Drug Trafficking
The criminal chamber of the Tunis Court of First Instance sentenced a young woman to 20 years in prison, along with a fine, on Tuesday, for her involvement in a drug trafficking case.
Details of the Case
According to the case files, the accused had divided the heroin into small bags, which she hid inside cans of food products, with the intention of smuggling them into Tunisian territory. The competent authorities arrested the suspect upon her arrival from a European country at Tunis-Carthage International Airport, after discovering the prohibited substance during checks.
Charges and Sentence
The court charged her with conspiracy to commit a crime related to drug trafficking, as well as possession, transportation, and possession of a narcotic substance. The sentence reflects the severity of the charges and the efforts of the Tunisian authorities to combat drug trafficking.
