Attempts to traffic drugs in Jazan foiled
Saudi authorities have arrested two Ethiopians for violating border security regulations and attempting to traffic amphetamines in Jazan.
Also in the province, authorities thwarted an attempt to smuggle 67,500 pills subject to medical circulation regulation. Initial regulatory procedures were carried out, and the confiscated items were transferred to the appropriate entities.
Elsewhere, Saudi officials in the Eastern Region apprehended a citizen involved in the sale of amphetamine pills and prescription-controlled substances. The individual has been arrested, and appropriate legal measures have been taken against him.
Citizens and residents are urged to report any information about drug smuggling or related activities. Reports can be made by contacting emergency numbers (911) in Makkah, Riyadh, and the Eastern regions, or (999) and (994) in other regions of the Kingdom. Additionally, reports can be submitted to the General Directorate of Narcotics Control hotline (995) or via email.
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