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Three Ethiopians arrested in Asir for smuggling 60 kg of khat

Border Guard patrols in Raboua, Asir, have arrested three Ethiopian nationals for attempting to smuggle 60 kilograms of khat.

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

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Border Guard land patrols in the Raboua sector of Asir have arrested three Ethiopian nationals for violating border security regulations by attempting to smuggle 60 kilograms of the narcotic plant khat.

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

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

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