- ARAB NEWS
- 28 Apr 2024
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RIYADH: Officers from the Saudi General Directorate of Narcotics Control on Monday seized 15,000 amphetamine and prescription drugs during separate operations in Baha and Jazan.
Authorities arrested an Ethiopian for allegedly attempting to distribute 3,012 prescription pills in Jazan, while two citizens were held in Baha on suspicion of trying to sell 12,392 amphetamine pills.
The drugs haul had an estimated street value of between $123,000 and $309,000.
The Saudi government has urged anyone with information related to suspected smuggling operations or customs violations to call its confidential hotline 1910, the international number 00 966 114208417, or email 1910@zatca.gov.sa.
Reports notifying authorities of suspected cases of drug smuggling are treated with strict confidentiality and financial rewards are offered for tips leading to arrests.
