Four Ethiopians arrested in Jazan for smuggling 80 kg of khat

Border Guard ground patrols in the Al-Daer sector of Jazan region have arrested four Ethiopian nationals for violating border security regulations by attempting to smuggle 80 kilograms of the narcotic plant khat.

According to a statement posted on the Border Guard's account on X, 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.

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Security authorities urge citizens and residents to report any information related to drug smuggling or trafficking activities by calling 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and Eastern Province, or 999 and 994 in other regions of the Kingdom. 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.