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Three Ethiopians arrested in Asir for smuggling khat

Border Guard patrols in Raboua, Asir, arrested three Ethiopians for attempting to smuggle 39 kg 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 land patrols in the Raboua sector of Asir region have arrested three Ethiopian nationals for violating border security regulations by attempting to smuggle 39 kilograms of khat.

According to a statement on the Border Guard's X platform 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 parts 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 any liability for the informant.

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