Saudi Drug Control Authority Cracks Down on Smugglers
The Saudi drug control authority has made significant arrests and seizures in a series of operations across the country, according to a report by the Saudi Press Agency.
Border Patrols Make Major Busts
In Rabwa, Asir province, Border Guard land patrols apprehended 15 individuals, including Ethiopians and Yemenis, for attempting to smuggle 300 kg of khat. Meanwhile, security patrols in Jazan region nabbed two Yemenis and four Saudis in possession of 196 kg of hashish and 7,227 amphetamine tablets.
Thwarted Smuggling Attempt
Another successful operation by Border Guards in Al-Dair, Jazan province, prevented the smuggling of 450 kg of khat.
Report Suspected Drug Activity
Saudi security authorities are calling on the public to report any suspicious drug-related activities by contacting 911 in the Makkah, Riyadh, and Eastern Province regions, or 999 in other regions of Saudi Arabia. Reports can also be emailed to [email protected]. All information will be kept confidential.