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Citizen detained for unlicensed camping in Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve

Saudi environmental security forces apprehended a citizen for camping without a permit in Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve and took legal action.

Ajel News42 min ago · 1 min read
Environmental security forces detain citizen for unlicensed camping

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The Special Forces for Environmental Security have apprehended a citizen for violating environmental regulations by camping without a permit in the Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve. Legal procedures have been taken against the individual.

The forces clarified that camping in forests or national parks without a permit is punishable by a fine of up to 3,000 riyals (SAR). They urged the public to report any violations against the environment or wildlife by calling 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 999 and 996 in other regions of the Kingdom. All reports will be treated with strict confidentiality and without any liability for the informant.

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