Saudi man executed in Madinah for drug trafficking
Saudi authorities have executed a citizen convicted of trafficking hashish and restricted pills in Madinah, the Interior Ministry announced.
A Saudi national was executed in Madinah on August 16, 2026, for trafficking hashish and restricted pills, according to the Interior Ministry. The man, Abdulaziz bin Turabi bin Laheq Al-Jabri, was arrested and convicted after being monitored by security forces. The investigation led to formal charges against him, and he was found guilty by a court, which sentenced him to death.
The verdict was upheld through the appeals process and approved by the relevant authorities, culminating in a royal order for the execution to take place in accordance with Islamic law. The Ministry of Interior emphasized that this execution demonstrates the Kingdom's dedication to safeguarding society from the dangers of drugs, stating that severe penalties will be imposed on anyone involved in trafficking or smuggling such substances due to the threat they pose to lives and society.
The ministry warned that anyone contemplating such crimes will face severe legal consequences, stressing that Saudi Arabia will not tolerate violations of its laws.
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