Saudi man executed for killing his mother in Eastern Province

The Ministry of Interior announced on Saturday the execution of Nasser bin Eid bin Awad Al-Mudhaibiri, a Saudi national, in the Eastern Province after he was convicted of killing his mother, Fatma bint Salah bin Ghuwaim Al-Mudhaibiri, by shooting her, resulting in her death.

The ministry explained that security authorities apprehended the perpetrator, and investigations led to charges being filed against him for committing the crime. The accused was referred to the competent court, which found him guilty as charged.

The statement added that the court considered the gravity of the crime, given that the victim was his mother, and sentenced him to death as a discretionary punishment. The verdict became final after appeals were exhausted and was upheld by the Supreme Court, with a royal order issued to carry out the sentence in accordance with Islamic law.

The execution was carried out on Saturday, 9 Rabi Al-Awwal 1448 AH, corresponding to August 22, 2026, in the Eastern Province.

The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed the Saudi government’s commitment to maintaining security, upholding justice, and enforcing Islamic law against those who threaten the safety of others or violate their right to life and security. The ministry warned that anyone contemplating such crimes would face legal consequences.