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Three Ethiopians arrested in Asir for smuggling 66 kg of khat

Border Guard patrols in Raboua, Asir, arrested three Ethiopians for violating border security laws and attempting to smuggle 66 kg of khat.

Ajel News54 min ago · 1 min read
Saudi Border Guard patrol vehicle in Asir region

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Border Guard land patrols in the Raboua sector of Asir region have arrested three Ethiopian nationals for violating border security regulations and attempting to smuggle 66 kilograms of the narcotic plant khat.

The Border Guard announced on the X platform that initial legal procedures have been completed against the suspects, and both the detainees and the seized materials have been handed over to the competent authorities.

Security authorities urge citizens and residents to report any information related to drug smuggling or trafficking activities by calling 911 in 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 via email at (Email:[email protected]). All reports will be handled with strict confidentiality and without liability for the informant.

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