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Three Yemenis arrested in Jazan for smuggling 72 kg of khat

Border Guard patrols in Jazan's Al-Harth sector detained three Yemeni nationals for attempting to smuggle 72 kilograms of khat.

Ajel News1 hour ago · 1 min read
Saudi Border Guard patrol vehicle in Jazan region

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Border Guard land patrols in the Al-Harth sector of Jazan region have arrested three Yemeni nationals for violating border security regulations by attempting to smuggle 72 kilograms of the narcotic plant khat.

According to a statement on the Border Guard's official X account, initial legal procedures have been completed against the suspects, and both the detainees and the seized contraband have been handed over to the relevant authorities.

Security authorities urge citizens and residents to report any information related to drug smuggling or trafficking activities by calling 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 999 and 994 in other regions. Reports can also be made to the General Directorate of Narcotics Control at 995, or via email at [email protected]. All reports will be handled with strict confidentiality and without liability for the informant.

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