Three arrested for unlicensed hunting in King Salman Royal Reserve
Environmental security forces detained three Saudis for illegal hunting in King Salman Royal Reserve, seizing an air rifle and 16 wild animals.
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AIThe Special Forces for Environmental Security in King Salman Royal Reserve have arrested three Saudi nationals for hunting without a license. Authorities seized an air rifle and 16 hunted wild animals from the suspects, who were detained and referred to the relevant authorities for legal action.
The Special Forces stressed the importance of complying with environmental regulations and executive bylaws, which prohibit the hunting of wild animals. They noted that hunting without a license carries a fine of 10,000 riyals (SAR), while hunting in prohibited areas or hunting the dukhul bird without a license each carry a fine of 5,000 riyals.
The public is urged to report any violations against the environment or wildlife by calling 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 999 and 996 in other regions. All reports will be treated confidentially, and informants will not be held liable.