Saudi customs foil attempt to smuggle over 43,000 amphetamine pills

Authorities at the Haditha customs post have thwarted an attempt to smuggle 43,371 amphetamine pills, which were discovered hidden in the luggage of two travelers entering the Kingdom through the border crossing.

Spokesman for the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority, Hamoud Al-Harbi, explained that the pills were found when a bus arrived at the Haditha crossing and underwent customs procedures, including security screening and the use of detection dogs. The illicit pills were concealed in the baggage of two passengers on the bus.

Al-Harbi affirmed that the authority remains committed to strict customs control over Saudi Arabia’s imports and exports at all border points, working to thwart smuggling attempts as part of its core strategy to enhance security and protect society. This is achieved in coordination with partners such as the Ministry of Interior and the General Directorate of Narcotics Control.

He also urged the public to help combat smuggling and protect both society and the national economy by reporting suspicious activity to the authority via the designated security hotline (1910), email ([email protected]), or the international number (009661910). Reports are treated confidentially, and informants may receive a financial reward if their information proves accurate.