Eight Ethiopians arrested in Asir for smuggling 160 kg of khat
Border Guard patrols in Asir detained eight Ethiopians for attempting to smuggle 160 kilograms of khat, handing them and the drugs to authorities.
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AIBorder Guard land patrols in the Raboua sector of Asir region have arrested eight Ethiopian nationals for violating border security regulations by attempting to smuggle 160 kilograms of the narcotic plant khat.
According to a statement posted on the Border Guard's account on X, initial legal procedures were completed against the suspects, and both they and the seized drugs were handed over to the competent 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 Eastern Province, or (999) and (994) 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:[email protected]). All reports will be handled with strict confidentiality and without liability for the informant.
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