Security patrols in Asir region arrested a resident of Yemeni nationality for trafficking 258 kg of the narcotic khat plant in Al-Farshah governorate. He was detained, legal proceedings were taken against him, and he was referred to the competent authority.

Security authorities urge citizens and residents to report any available information about any activities related to drug smuggling or trafficking by calling (911) in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and Eastern Province regions, and (999) in the rest of the Kingdom, as well as the General Directorate of Narcotics Control hotline (995), or via email [email protected]. All reports will be handled with full confidentiality without any liability on the reporter.