Saudi authorities crack down on drug offenders

Saudi authorities seized hundreds of kilograms of drugs and made several arrests in operations carried out throughout the country, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday.

Border Guard land patrols in the Al-Harath governorate of the Jazan region foiled an attempt to smuggle 82 kg of qat. In another incident in Jazan, security patrols thwarted an attempt to smuggle 150 kg of qat in the Al-Dair governorate.

Meanwhile, the General Directorate of Narcotics Control arrested a citizen in the Qassim region for selling the drug amphetamine. The authorities also arrested a citizen in the Tabuk region for selling cannabis.

Preliminary legal proceedings against all the suspects have been completed and their cases referred to the Public Prosecution department.

The Kingdom’s security authorities have urged the public to play an active role in the fight against drug-related crimes. They have provided designated hotlines for reporting any information related to drug smuggling or selling.

In Makkah, Riyadh and the Eastern regions, citizens are encouraged to dial 911, and in other regions 999. The directorate can be reached at 995 or through the official email address: 995@gdnc.gov.sa.

Security agencies have assured the public that all reports will be treated with confidentiality, and strict measures will be taken against those involved in illegal activities.

The General Directorate of Narcotics Control and law enforcement agencies have said they are committed to combatting the scourge of drug trafficking and abuse to ensure a secure environment for residents and citizens.