Jazan security patrols arrest citizen for transporting five border violators
Jazan security forces detained a citizen for transporting five border security violators. Legal action was taken and all suspects were referred to authorities.
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AISecurity patrols from the General Directorate of Mujahideen in Jazan have arrested a citizen for transporting five individuals in his vehicle who were found to be violating border security regulations. All suspects were detained, legal procedures were initiated, and the violators were referred to the relevant authorities, while the driver was referred to the Public Prosecution.
The spokesperson for the General Directorate of Mujahideen stressed that anyone who facilitates the entry of border security violators into the Kingdom, transports them within Saudi Arabia, provides them shelter, or offers any form of assistance or service, faces penalties of up to 15 years in prison, fines of up to 1 million riyals (SAR), confiscation of the means of transport and accommodation used, and public naming.
He added that this offense is considered a major crime warranting detention and is deemed dishonorable and a breach of trust. The public is urged to report violations of residency, labor, and border security regulations by calling 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 999 and 996 in other regions. All reports will be handled with strict confidentiality and without liability for the informant.