The Facilities and Establishments Security Authority launched a surprise security campaign in Benghazi, targeting currency dealers who intercept citizens in front of banks and exploit their need for cash.
The campaign resulted in the arrest of a number of those involved and the seizure of more than a quarter of a million Libyan dinars, in addition to sums in foreign currencies, a number of Visa cards, a point-of-sale device, and a bladed weapon.
The Authority affirmed that it will deal firmly with anyone proven to be involved in such practices, stressing that it will not tolerate any violations that affect the rights of citizens and bank employees.