RIYADH: Saudi authorities have foiled an attempt to smuggle controlled drugs in the Najran region, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday.
Maj. Marwan Al-Hazmi, a spokesman for the General Directorate of Narcotics Control, said that 306,300 medically regulated pills were seized during a security operation targeting drug smuggling and distribution networks.
The seizure led to seven suspects being arrested, including Yemeni nationals and three citizens.
Legal procedures have been initiated against those allegedly involved in the incident and they will be referred to the Public Prosecution.
Saudi security forces are appealing to the public to report information concerning drug smuggling or dealing by calling 911 in the Makkah, Riyadh and Eastern Province regions, and 999 in the rest of the Kingdom.
Members of the public can also contact the General Directorate of Narcotics Control on 995 or via email at [email protected]. All reports will be treated with strict confidentiality.
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