Pakistani resident arrested in Asir for environmental pollution
Saudi environmental security forces detained a Pakistani resident in Asir for dumping concrete waste and damaging soil, referring him to authorities.
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AIThe Special Forces for Environmental Security have arrested a Pakistani resident in violation of environmental regulations for polluting the environment and damaging soil by dumping concrete materials in the Asir region. Legal procedures have been taken against him and he has been referred to the relevant authorities.
The forces explained that engaging in any activity or act that directly or indirectly harms or pollutes soil, negatively affects its use, or damages its natural properties is punishable by a fine of up to 10 million riyals (SAR). They urged the public to report any cases of environmental or wildlife violations 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.