Three arrested for unlicensed hunting in Sharaan Nature Reserve, AlUla
Saudi environmental security forces detained three citizens for hunting without a permit in AlUla’s Sharaan Nature Reserve and referred them to authorities.
Key Takeaways
AIField patrols from the Special Forces for Environmental Security apprehended three citizens for hunting without a license in the Sharaan Nature Reserve in AlUla governorate, as part of efforts to enforce environmental regulations.
The forces reported that the offenders were found in possession of a firearm and 448 rounds of various ammunition. They were detained, legal measures were taken against them, and they were referred to the relevant authorities.
Strict penalties for hunting violations
The Special Forces for Environmental Security emphasized the importance of complying with environmental laws and regulations, which prohibit hunting wildlife without a permit.
They noted that using firearms for hunting can result in a fine of up to 80,000 riyals (SAR), hunting rock hyrax carries a 25,000 riyals fine, unlicensed hunting incurs a 10,000 riyals penalty, and hunting in prohibited areas is fined 5,000 riyals.
Call to report environmental violations
The forces urged the public to report any incidents that harm the environment or wildlife by calling 911 in the Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and Eastern regions, or 999 and 996 in other parts of the Kingdom. Reports are confidential and informants bear no responsibility.