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Saudi drug control seizes 10 suspects for hashish, meth trafficking in three regions

Saudi authorities arrested 10 people in Riyadh, Jeddah and the Eastern Province for allegedly trafficking hashish and methamphetamine.

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Saudi anti-drug officers arrest suspects in narcotics case

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The General Directorate of Narcotics Control has arrested 10 individuals in Riyadh, Jeddah and the Eastern Province on charges of trafficking narcotic substances, including hashish and methamphetamine (shabu). All suspects have been referred to the Public Prosecution.

In Jeddah, security authorities seized 8.5 kilograms of methamphetamine and arrested four residents and a female Bangladeshi national for allegedly distributing the drugs.

In Riyadh, a Saudi citizen and a Yemeni resident were arrested for allegedly trafficking 5.4 kilograms of hashish.

In the Eastern Province, authorities arrested two residents and a Yemeni national on charges of distributing hashish and methamphetamine, though the quantities seized were not disclosed.

The General Directorate of Narcotics Control confirmed that all suspects have been detained, legal procedures have been initiated, and the cases referred to the Public Prosecution.

Authorities have designated 911 for reporting in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province. In other regions, reports can be made via 999 or 994, or through the General Directorate of Narcotics Control hotline at 995 and by email at [email protected].



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