N’Djamena — Authorities in Tchad have unveiled a coordinated security operation that led to the arrest of 29 individuals suspected of involvement in serious criminal activities across the capital.
multi-agency crackdown targets armed crime networks
The nationwide sweep, executed between May 15 and June 1, 2026, brought together specialized units including the National Intelligence Cell, Public Security Precincts, Central Investigations Division, and the Ngueli Border Police Post. According to officials, the operation focused on dismantling networks linked to weapons trafficking, violent theft, and cross-border criminal collaborations.
range of offenses uncovered
Charges against the detained suspects span a broad spectrum of illegal activities:
- Trafficking in firearms and ammunition
- Organized crime and criminal conspiracy
- Armed robbery and aggravated theft
- Vehicle break-ins and armed carjackings
- Illegal entry and stay of foreign nationals
- Pickpocketing and street theft operations
- Theft of high-value items including electronics, gold, and textiles
systematic processing of cases
Following standard legal procedures, the suspects were formally charged and categorized into four distinct groups based on the severity and type of offenses committed. Key arrest highlights include:
- Multiple suspects caught in the act of motorcycle theft with accomplices
- Networks involved in electronic device theft and metal scrap smuggling
- Groups operating vehicle break-ins targeting commercial districts
- Individuals apprehended during daylight robberies in densely populated areas
The operation underscores the government’s intensified efforts to curb rising crime rates and enhance public safety through targeted law enforcement strategies.