Environmental security forces arrest four for illegal wildlife hunting in Eastern Province
Four Saudi nationals were arrested in the Eastern Province for hunting wildlife without a permit, according to the Special Forces for Environmental Security.
Key Takeaways
AIThe Special Forces for Environmental Security have arrested four Saudi nationals in the Eastern Province for violating environmental regulations by hunting wildlife without a permit.
The forces reported that an air rifle, 450 air rifle pellets, and eight hunted wildlife specimens were seized from the offenders, and legal procedures have been initiated against them.
The authorities emphasized the importance of complying with environmental laws and their executive regulations, which prohibit hunting wildlife. They noted that the penalty for hunting without a permit is 10,000 riyals (SAR), hunting in prohibited areas is 5,000 riyals, and hunting pigeons carries a fine of 1,000 riyals.
The forces also urged the public to report any violations against the environment or wildlife by calling 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 999 and 996 in other regions. They assured that all reports are treated confidentially and without liability for the informant.