Three arrested in Madinah for unlicensed hunting, says environmental security
Saudi environmental security forces detained three citizens in Madinah for hunting without a permit and seized wildlife and equipment from their possession.
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AIThe Special Forces for Environmental Security have apprehended three citizens in Madinah for violating environmental regulations by hunting without a license.
The forces reported that the offenders were found in possession of an air rifle, 135 air rifle cartridges, and 115 hunted wild animals.
The Special Forces for Environmental Security confirmed that legal measures have been taken against the violators, stressing the importance of adhering to environmental laws and executive regulations that prohibit the hunting of wild species.
The forces noted that the fine for hunting without a license is 10,000 riyals (SAR), while hunting in prohibited areas incurs a 5,000 riyal fine. Hunting a turtle dove without a license is subject to a 5,000 riyal fine, a quail 1,500 riyals, and a pigeon 1,000 riyals.
The Special Forces for Environmental Security urged the public to report any violations against the environment or wildlife by calling 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 999 and 996 in other regions of the Kingdom. Reports are treated confidentially and informants bear no liability.