A female individual has been taken into custody following the upload of a critical video regarding her vacation. Yass Naubelle was apprehended by border officials on Saturday, June 13, just before boarding her flight back to France, her home country. The 30-year-old influencer, known for her content creation, attracted attention with a video that appeared to disparage local authorities, generating a significant online response.
The French-Algerian influencer expressed dissatisfaction with her holiday experience in Marrakech, Morocco, where she reportedly criticized the local law enforcement and driving practices. Airport police at Marrakech Menara Airport detained Yass as she was about to pass through security for her return flight to France. Moroccan authorities acted on a national warrant, deeming her video as defamatory towards Moroccan citizens and offensive to law enforcement.
Yass, the founder of the Naubelle skincare line, was detained for further investigation into the motives behind her actions. She faces allegations of publishing defamatory and disrespectful digital content aimed at citizens and undermining a public institution. In the now-deleted video filmed during her stay in Marrakech, she remarked on the chaotic nature of the roads, noting dangerous driving behaviors and criticizing the traffic police.
The video sparked a national alert, leading to her arrest at the airport. Yass, with a substantial following on TikTok, is currently in custody in Morocco, awaiting potential charges or court proceedings. Marrakech, a popular spot for European tourists, especially from France, heavily relies on visitors but has encountered social media controversies before. Travelers are advised to exercise caution when sharing social media posts about local conditions, as authorities have been prompt in responding to such incidents.