Sudanese resident arrested for dumping concrete waste in Eastern Province
Saudi environmental authorities have detained a Sudanese resident for illegally dumping concrete in the Eastern Province, citing environmental harm.
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The Special Forces for Environmental Security in Saudi Arabia have arrested a Sudanese resident after he was caught violating environmental regulations by dumping concrete materials in the Eastern Province. The act caused environmental pollution and soil damage. Authorities have taken legal action and referred the case to the relevant agencies.
The forces stated that penalties for any activity that directly or indirectly harms or pollutes soil, or negatively affects its use or natural properties, can reach fines of up to 10 million riyals (SAR).
The Special Forces for Environmental Security urged the public to report any violations against the environment or wildlife by calling 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 999 and 996 in other regions. They assured that all reports will be handled with complete confidentiality and without liability for the informant.
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