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Two arrested in Qassim for trafficking hashish and controlled pills

Saudi drug control authorities have arrested two citizens in Qassim for distributing hashish and prescription-only pills.

Ajel News36 min ago · 1 min read
Saudi drug control officers arrest suspects in Qassim

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The General Directorate of Narcotics Control has arrested two citizens in the Qassim region for trafficking hashish and pills subject to medical regulation.

According to a statement on its X (formerly Twitter) account, the Directorate said the suspects have been detained, legal procedures have been initiated, and they have 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 the regions of 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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