Environmental security arrests man for illegal hunting in Madinah
Saudi environmental security forces detained a citizen in Madinah for illegal hunting without a permit, seizing two air rifles and 20 wild animals.
Environmental security forces in Saudi Arabia apprehended a citizen in Madinah for engaging in illegal hunting activities without obtaining the necessary permits. The Special Forces for Environmental Security intercepted the individual while enforcing environmental regulations, seizing two air rifles and 20 wild animals from him.
Authorities seized not only the firearms but also 123 air gun cartridges, indicating an extensive hunting operation. The individual was subsequently subjected to legal proceedings, and the authorities emphasized the gravity of adhering to environmental laws and regulations, which explicitly prohibit hunting without a valid permit.
Violations of these rules have significant repercussions, with penalties including fines of 10,000 riyals for hunting without a permit, 5,000 riyals for hunting in prohibited areas, and 1,500 riyals for hunting quail without authorization. The forces urged the public to promptly report any environmental or wildlife violations by dialing 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 999 and 996 in other regions across the Kingdom.
All such reports are treated confidentially, with informants assured that their identities will not be disclosed.
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