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Five Ethiopians arrested in Asir for smuggling 186 kg of khat

Border Guard patrols in Asir's Raboua sector arrested five Ethiopians for attempting to smuggle 186 kilograms of the narcotic plant khat.

Ajel News1 hour 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 five Ethiopian nationals for violating border security regulations by attempting to smuggle 186 kilograms of the narcotic plant khat.

According to a statement on the Border Guard's official X account, initial legal procedures have been completed, and the suspects and the seized contraband have been handed over to the relevant authorities.

Security authorities urge citizens and residents to report any information related to drug smuggling or trafficking activities by calling 911 in the regions of Makkah, Riyadh, and Eastern Province, or 999 in other regions of Saudi Arabia. Reports can also be made to the General Directorate of Narcotics Control at 995, or via email at [email protected]. All reports will be handled with strict confidentiality.

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