Saudi man executed in Eastern Province for child rape and threats
A Saudi national was executed in the Eastern Province after being convicted of raping and threatening children, according to the Ministry of Interior.
Key Takeaways
AIThe Ministry of Interior on Thursday, 16 Safar 1448 AH (July 30, 2026), carried out the death penalty against Mesfer bin Adel bin Rashid Al-Dosari, a Saudi national, in the Eastern Province after he was convicted of raping and threatening children.
According to a ministry statement, Al-Dosari lured a child to a secluded location and raped him by force. He also lured and threatened other children, committed indecent acts against them, and filmed them during the crimes.
The statement added that security authorities arrested the perpetrator, who was referred to the competent court. The court found him guilty and issued a final verdict of death by hadd punishment, citing the severity of his actions, which included terrorizing the public and assaulting minors.
Verdict upheld and executed
The Supreme Court upheld the verdict, and a royal order was issued to enforce the ruling in accordance with Islamic law. The execution was carried out in the Eastern Province.
The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed the government’s commitment to maintaining security, upholding justice, and enforcing Islamic law, warning that anyone who threatens public safety will face severe legal consequences.