Abha is where Aseer Police and Aseer Environmental Security Special Forces arrested Hussein Dhafer Hussein Al-Qahtani for hunting an endangered ibex.
According to SPA, authorities seized a pistol, 20 rounds of various ammunition types, and four trapped wild animals from the suspect. The individual was detained and referred to competent authorities after legal procedures began.
Public Security stated that hunting an ibex carries a SAR60,000 fine. Other penalties include a SAR10,000 fine for hunting without a license and a SAR5,000 fine for hunting in prohibited areas.
The public is urged to report wildlife violations via 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and Eastern regions, or via 999 and 996 in other regions. Reports are treated with confidentiality and no liability for the reporter.
Who was arrested in Aseer and what items were seized? Hussein Dhafer Hussein Al-Qahtani was arrested by Aseer Police and Aseer Environmental Security Special Forces for hunting an endangered ibex. During the operation, authorities seized a pistol, 20 rounds of various types of ammunition, and four trapped wild animals from his possession.
What are the fines for wildlife hunting violations according to Public Security? Public Security specifies that hunting an ibex carries a fine of SAR60,000. Additionally, hunting without a license is subject to a SAR10,000 fine, while hunting within prohibited areas carries a penalty of SAR5,000.
How can the public report environmental or wildlife violations in Saudi Arabia? People can report violations by calling 911 if they are in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, or the Eastern regions. In other regions of the Kingdom, reports can be made via 999 or 996, with all reports treated with complete confidentiality and no liability for the reporter.