DUBAI: Saudi police arrested a man in Al-Qassim who violated coronavirus regulations by bringing a barber into his home, state news agency SPA reported.
Videos circulating on social media showed the man as he asked a barber to come into his house after authorities temporarily closed down barber shops and salons to curb the spread of COVID-19.
The Saudi public prosecutor has previously warned that anyone posting content on social media, including photos or videos showing curfew violations, or the flouting of any rules enforced to prevent the spread of COVID-19 face prosecution.
In a message posted on Twitter, the bureau said that perpetrators will be charged under Article Six of the Information Crime Prevention Law, which carries a punishment of up to five years in prison and a fine of up to $796,880.Â
The punishment will be applied to violators but informers will not be questioned, it added.
Saudi authorities arrest coronavirus curfew violator after posting haircut video
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Updated 01 April 2020
Saudi authorities arrest coronavirus curfew violator after posting haircut video
- Saudi prosecutor warned of legal consequences earlier
- Violators could be fined up to $796,880 and jailed for up to 5 years
