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Border Guards arrest fishing violator in Yanbu

Border Guards arrest fishing violator in Yanbu

Yanbu, Madinah region, was the site where Border Guard coastal patrols arrested a citizen for violating the security and safety regulations for maritime activity practitioners in Saudi Arabian maritime areas.

According to SPA, the individual was caught fishing without a permit and using prohibited tools. Legal procedures were taken against the violator in coordination with competent authorities.

Border Guards urged the public to adhere to regulations regarding the protection of live aquatic resources. They called for reporting environmental or wildlife violations via 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 994 in other regions, noting that reports are handled with full confidentiality.

Why was the citizen arrested by Border Guards in Yanbu? The citizen was arrested by coastal patrols in the Madinah region for violating security and safety regulations for maritime activities. Specifically, the individual was found to be practicing fishing without a permit and utilizing tools that are prohibited in Saudi Arabian maritime areas.

What actions were taken following the arrest in Yanbu? Following the arrest of the citizen for using prohibited tools and fishing without a permit, the Border Guards initiated legal procedures. These actions were carried out in coordination with the competent authorities to address the violations of maritime safety regulations.

How can people report environmental violations to the Border Guards? Individuals can report attacks on the environment or wildlife by calling 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province. In all other regions of the Kingdom, reports can be made via 994, with the Border Guards ensuring all reports are treated with complete confidentiality.