King Fahd International Airport customs foil attempt to smuggle 40,000 amphetamine pills

Customs officers at King Fahd International Airport in Dammam have thwarted an attempt to smuggle 40,000 amphetamine pills, which were discovered hidden in a parcel arriving in the Kingdom via the airport.

Spokesman for the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority, Hamoud Al-Harbi, explained that a postal parcel arrived in Saudi Arabia through King Fahd International Airport. During customs procedures and inspection using security technology and sniffer dogs, the pills were found concealed inside a package containing glass cups.

Al-Harbi added that after the seizure, coordination took place with the General Directorate of Narcotics Control to ensure the arrest of those expecting the shipment inside the Kingdom. Two individuals were apprehended.

The spokesman affirmed that the authority continues to tighten customs controls at all Saudi entry and exit points, standing firm against all smuggling attempts. This effort is part of its strategy to enhance security and protect society by preventing the trafficking of drugs and other prohibited items, in cooperation with partners such as the Ministry of Interior and the General Directorate of Narcotics Control.

Al-Harbi called on the public to contribute to combating smuggling and protecting society and the national economy by contacting the authority through the designated security hotline (1910), by email ([email protected]), or via the international number (009661910). Reports related to smuggling crimes and customs violations are handled with complete confidentiality, and informants may receive a financial reward if the information proves accurate.