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Eight arrested in Riyadh for trafficking 48 kg of hashish

Authorities in Riyadh arrested six violators of the Border Security Law and two residents for distributing 48 kilograms of hashish.

Ajel News1 hour ago · 1 min read
Saudi anti-narcotics officers arrest suspects in Riyadh

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The General Directorate of Narcotics Control has arrested six violators of the Border Security Law, one Ethiopian resident, and one Yemeni resident in Riyadh for distributing 48 kilograms of hashish.

In a statement posted on its X (formerly Twitter) account, the directorate said the suspects have been detained, legal procedures have been initiated against them, and they have been referred to the Public Prosecution.

Authorities urge citizens and residents to report any information related to drug smuggling or trafficking 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 treated with strict confidentiality and without liability for the informant.

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