Eastern Province Border Guard detains two for marine safety violations

Coastal patrols of the Border Guard in Qatif, Eastern Province, have apprehended a Gulf national and a Yemeni resident for violating marine safety regulations governing maritime activities in Saudi Arabia. The two individuals were found fishing without a permit and using prohibited equipment. Legal procedures were taken against them in coordination with the relevant authorities.

The Border Guard urged the public to comply with regulations protecting aquatic resources and to report any violations against the environment or wildlife. Reports can be made by calling 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 994 in other areas of the Kingdom. All reports will be treated confidentially, and informants will bear no responsibility.