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Ethiopian national arrested in Al-Baha for trafficking amphetamines

Saudi drug control authorities have arrested an Ethiopian national in Al-Baha’s Al-Makhwah for violating border security and trafficking amphetamines.

Ajel News1 hour ago · 1 min read
Saudi narcotics officers arrest suspect in Al-Baha

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The General Directorate of Narcotics Control has arrested an Ethiopian national in Al-Makhwah, Al-Baha region, for violating border security regulations and trafficking amphetamines.

According to a statement on the directorate’s X (formerly Twitter) account, the suspect has been detained, legal procedures have been initiated, and the case has been 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, Riyadh, and Eastern Province, or 999 in other regions of the Kingdom. Reports can also be made to the General Directorate of Narcotics Control at 995, or by email at [email protected]. All reports will be treated with strict confidentiality.

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