Three arrested for unlicensed hunting in Sharaan Nature Reserve, AlUla
Saudi environmental security forces detained three citizens for hunting without a permit in AlUla’s Sharaan Nature Reserve and referred them to authorities.
Saudi environmental security forces arrested three individuals in AlUla’s Sharaan Nature Reserve for unlicensed hunting, according to reports. The Special Forces for Environmental Security apprehended the three citizens, who were in possession of a firearm and 448 rounds of ammunition, during routine field patrols. The offenders allegedly hunted wildlife without the necessary permit, an act which can result in fines ranging from 10,000 to 80,000 riyals (SAR).
The Special Forces emphasized the importance of adhering to environmental laws and regulations, warning that using firearms for hunting can lead to significant penalties. The forces urged the public to report any environmental violations by contacting emergency numbers, ensuring reports remain confidential to protect informants.
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