N’Djamena — Chad’s national police force has unveiled the identities of 29 individuals recently detained in a series of coordinated operations across the capital, N’Djamena. The suspects stand accused of a range of serious offenses, including arms trafficking and aggravated theft.
coordinated security operations lead to arrests
On June 2, 2026, the Director General of the National Police held a press briefing to detail the arrests made between May 15 and June 1, 2026. General Mahamat Idriss Mahamat confirmed that the crackdown was the result of a multi-agency effort involving intelligence units, public security commissariats, central criminal investigation services, and the Ngueli border police post.
charges against the suspects
The accused face a variety of allegations, including:
- Arms trafficking and conspiracy
- Criminal association and aggravated robbery
- Simple and aggravated theft
- Vehicle break-ins and motorcycle thefts
- Illegal entry of foreign nationals into Chad
- Petty theft, including pickpocketing and shoplifting
Following standard interrogation procedures, the suspects were categorized into four groups based on the severity and nature of their alleged crimes. Among the most notable cases are:
- Armed robbery and criminal gang involvement
- Motorcycle thefts, some committed in broad daylight
- Theft of high-value items such as laptops, smartphones, gold, carpets, and aluminum
- Vehicle burglaries, with several suspects caught red-handed
The police emphasized that these operations reflect their commitment to restoring security and order in N’Djamena. Further investigations are underway to uncover additional criminal networks linked to these suspects.
