Saudi authorities foil drug smuggling attempts in Eastern Province

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s drug control authority arrested a Bangladeshi national on Saturday after allegedly finding him in possession of 2.8 kilograms of methamphetamine, according to the Saudi Press Agency.

According to the General Directorate of Narcotics Control, the confiscated items have been submitted to the Public Prosecution.

The public have been encouraged to report drug smuggling and sales to the General Directorate of Narcotics Control and can share information they have by calling 911 for Makkah, Riyadh and the Eastern Province, and 999 for other regions. Alternatively, information can be emailed to 995@gdnc.gov.sa.

All reports are treated confidentially.