International Investigation Tightens Net Around Fugitive Mohamed Amra and His Network

French authorities detail progress in the case of the narcotrafficker's violent escape, nine-month flight, and the arrests of key accomplices linked to a sprawling criminal organization.

Mohamed Amra, a notorious narcotrafficker, was arrested in Romania on February 22, 2025, after a nine-month international manhunt following his violent escape from custody in France.
French authorities report that 20 individuals have been charged in connection with Amra's escape and subsequent flight, including members of the 'Black Manjak Family,' a criminal gang linked to drug trafficking.
Two suspects are awaiting extradition from Morocco, and one individual remains the subject of an Interpol notice as the investigation continues to unfold across multiple countries.
Amra allegedly attempted to bribe Romanian police with €2 million in cryptocurrency to facilitate another escape after his capture, an offer that was rejected and reported to authorities.
A key accomplice, Fernando D., was recently extradited from Spain and is now in custody in France, marking a significant breakthrough in dismantling the network behind Amra’s escape.