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Three Ethiopians arrested in Asir for smuggling 60kg of khat

Border Guard patrols in Asir’s Raboua sector arrested three Ethiopians for attempting to smuggle 60 kilograms of khat into Saudi Arabia.

Ajel News1 hour ago · 1 min read
Saudi Border Guard patrol vehicle in Asir region

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Border Guard ground patrols in the Raboua sector of Asir region have arrested three Ethiopian nationals for violating border security regulations by attempting to smuggle 60 kilograms of the narcotic plant khat.

According to a statement posted on the Border Guard’s official X account, initial legal procedures have been completed against the suspects, and both the individuals and the seized contraband have been handed over 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 the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the 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 via email at [email protected]. All reports will be handled with strict confidentiality and without liability for the informant.

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