Seven Pakistani residents arrested in Madinah for methamphetamine trafficking
Saudi drug control authorities have arrested seven Pakistani residents in Madinah for allegedly distributing methamphetamine, known locally as shabu.
Seven Pakistani nationals have been apprehended in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, on charges of trafficking methamphetamine, commonly referred to as shabu, according to Saudi drug control authorities. The General Directorate of Narcotics Control announced the arrests, detailing that legal proceedings have been initiated against the suspects, who are now under detention. The authorities have also forwarded the case to the Public Prosecution for further action.
In response to the incident, security forces have issued a plea to the public to report any information concerning drug smuggling or trafficking. Citizens and residents are advised to contact emergency numbers such as 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 999 and 994 in other regions, to provide relevant details.
Additionally, reports can be submitted to the General Directorate of Narcotics Control via phone at 995 or via email at (Email:[email protected]). The General Directorate assures that all reports will be managed with utmost confidentiality and without holding the informant liable for any actions taken.
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