Riyadh: A significant development unfolded as the Anti-Narcotics Department apprehended a citizen in the Riyadh region on charges of promoting hashish and tablets governed by medical circulation regulations. Legal actions were promptly taken against the individual, who was subsequently referred to the Public Prosecution.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the General Directorate of Narcotics Control played a pivotal role in the arrest. This action underscores the relentless efforts of the authorities to combat drug-related activities. Citizens and residents are being urged to actively report any information pertaining to drug smuggling or promotion. They can do so by contacting the designated hotline numbers, specifically (911) for the regions of Makkah Al-Mukarramah, Madinah Al-Munawwarah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, and (999) for the rest of the Kingdom. Additionally, reports can be made through the General Directorate of Narcotics Control's dedicated number, (995). All information provided will be treated with strict confidentiality.