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Five Saudis arrested for drug trafficking in Qassim and Northern Borders

Saudi authorities have arrested five citizens in Qassim and the Northern Borders for trafficking hashish and amphetamine pills. All suspects were referred to prosecutors.

Ajel News1 hour ago · 1 min read
Saudi narcotics officers seize drugs in Qassim and Northern Borders

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The General Directorate of Narcotics Control has arrested four Saudi citizens in the Qassim region for trafficking hashish and prescription-only medication. The suspects have been detained, legal procedures have been initiated against them, and they have been referred to the Public Prosecution.

Narcotics officers also apprehended a citizen in the Northern Borders region for distributing 1,956 amphetamine pills. The suspect was detained, legal measures were taken, and he was referred to the Public Prosecution.

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