Jeddah Border Guard detains man for violating maritime safety rules
Coastal patrols in Jeddah apprehend a Myanmar national for illegal fishing and using banned equipment, with legal action taken.
In Jeddah, coastal patrols apprehended a Myanmar national for engaging in illegal fishing and utilizing banned equipment, leading to legal action being taken against him. The Border Guard in Jeddah, based in the Makkah region, reported that the individual was caught fishing without a permit and employing prohibited fishing gear.
Authorities have confirmed that legal proceedings are underway in collaboration with the relevant agencies. The Border Guard has also called upon the public to adhere to regulations safeguarding aquatic resources and to report any violations of environmental or wildlife laws by dialing 911 in Jeddah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 994 in other parts of the Kingdom.
The Border Guard emphasized that all reports will be managed with utmost confidentiality and will not hold the informant accountable.
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