JEDDAH: The Saudi Embassy in Washington announced on Saturday that the attackers of two Saudi students have been arrested, according to state run news channel Al-Ekhbariya.
Majid Al-Muzaini, Saud Al-Shammari, and a colleague of theirs were attacked by an Arab gang a week ago following an argument over football, it was reported.
Al-Muzaini is still receiving treatment for internal bleeding at George Washington Hospital.
The Embassy said in a statement that it was in contact with investigators and prosecutors to find out particular details of the case.
The statement confirmed that the Embassy has appointed a lawyer to follow up the case with the prosecution, and that a preliminary hearing has been set for August 13 when charges will be presented against the defendants.
The Embassy also visited Majid Al-Muzaini in hospital and is following developments in the case.
Saudi Arabian embassy in Washington says students’ attackers have been arrested
Saudi Arabian embassy in Washington says students’ attackers have been arrested
