Saudi arrested in Jazan for transporting border security violator

Patrols from the General Directorate of Mujahideen in the Jazan region have arrested a Saudi national for transporting an Ethiopian national who was violating border security regulations in a vehicle he was driving. Both individuals were detained, legal procedures were initiated against them, and the violator was referred to the relevant authorities, while the transporter was referred to the Public Prosecution.

The spokesperson for the General Directorate of Mujahideen stated that anyone who facilitates the entry of border security violators into the Kingdom, transports them within the country, provides them with shelter, or offers them any assistance or service in any form, exposes themselves to penalties of up to 15 years in prison, a fine of up to 1 million riyals (SAR), confiscation of the means of transport and accommodation used for sheltering, in addition to public naming and shaming.

He explained that this crime is considered a major offense warranting detention and is deemed dishonorable and a breach of trust. He urged the public to report violations of residency, labor, and border security regulations by calling 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, and 999 or 996 in other regions of the Kingdom. All reports will be treated with strict confidentiality and without any liability for the informant.