Yemeni resident arrested in Jazan for transporting border violator

Patrols from the General Directorate of Mujahideen in Jazan region have arrested a Yemeni resident for transporting a person in his vehicle who was in violation of border security regulations. Both individuals were detained, legal procedures were initiated against them, and the violator was referred to the competent authority, 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 shelter, or offers 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, and public naming.

He added that this crime is considered a major offense warranting detention and is regarded as 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, or 999 and 996 in other regions of the Kingdom. All reports will be handled with strict confidentiality and without any liability for the informant.