Saudi authorities seize 159 kilograms of khat at Jizan border

Saudi authorities sized 159 kilograms of khat at the Jizan border on Thursday, reported state news agency SPA.

The 159 kilograms of khat were smuggled in two separate attempts, one of 88 kilograms and one of 77.

Legal action was taken against the suspects and they were handed over to authorities.

Amphetamines are largely used by young men and teenaged boys across the Middle East, and the money raised through the sale of all narcotics are usually ploughed back into the drug trade while some find their way into organized crime and terrorism.

The Saudi government has urged anyone with information related to suspected smuggling operations or customs violations to call the confidential hotline 1910, the international number 00 966 114208417, or email 1910@zatca.gov.sa.

Tips received by the authority related to smuggling crimes and breaches of common customs law are treated with strict confidentiality. Financial rewards are offered for valid tips.