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Saudi border guards arrest citizen for smuggling khat in Jazan

Border Guard patrols in Jazan's Al-Daer sector arrested a Saudi citizen for attempting to smuggle 22 kg of khat, authorities said.

Ajel News24 min ago · 1 min read
Saudi Border Guard vehicle in Jazan region

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Border Guard land patrols in the Al-Daer sector of Jazan region have arrested a Saudi citizen for smuggling 22 kilograms of the narcotic plant khat.

In a statement on X, the Border Guard said that initial legal procedures were completed against the suspect, who, along with the seized items, was referred to the relevant authorities.

Security authorities urge citizens and residents to report any information related to drug smuggling or trafficking activities 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 by email at [email protected]. All reports will be handled with strict confidentiality and without liability for the informant.

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