Man arrested for illegal camping in Riyadh nature reserve
Environmental Security Special Forces detained a man for camping without a permit in Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve in Riyadh.
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AIThe Environmental Security Special Forces have detained a Saudi national for violating environmental regulations by camping without a permit in the Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve in Riyadh.
The authorities stated that legal measures were taken against the offender, noting that the penalty for camping in forests or national parks without a permit can reach a fine of 3,000 riyals (SAR).
The Environmental Security Special Forces urged the public to report any violations against the environment or wildlife by calling 911 in the Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and Eastern Province regions, or 999 and 996 in other areas of the Kingdom.
The forces emphasized that all reports will be handled with complete confidentiality and that informants will not bear any responsibility.