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Pakistani resident arrested in Riyadh for methamphetamine trafficking

Saudi authorities have arrested a Pakistani resident in Riyadh for allegedly trafficking methamphetamine and referred him to the Public Prosecution.

Ajel News55 min ago · 1 min read
Saudi narcotics officers arrest suspect in Riyadh

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The General Directorate of Narcotics Control has arrested a Pakistani resident in the Riyadh region for allegedly trafficking the illegal drug methamphetamine (shabu).

He has been detained, legal procedures have been initiated against him, and he has been referred to the Public Prosecution.

Authorities urge citizens and residents to report any information related to drug smuggling or trafficking by calling 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the 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 protected]. All reports will be handled with strict confidentiality and without liability for the informant.

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