Kingdom detains nearly 15,000 violators in a week
During a week, joint field campaigns across the Kingdom led to the arrest of approximately 14,970 violators of residency, work, and border security laws. Results showed that 7,437 individuals violated residency regulations, 3,991 breached border security laws, and 3,542 violated labor regulations. Additionally, 1,626 people were caught attempting to cross the borders illegally, of whom 37% were Yemenis and 62% Ethiopians. Moreover, 33 individuals were involved in transporting and harboring violators. Currently, more than 30,546 violators are being held for deportation procedures or to complete travel documents, while over 13,251 violators have been deported. The Ministry of Interior has emphasized that anyone facilitating illegal entry or providing shelter to violators could face penalties of up to 15 years in prison and a one million riyal fine, along with the confiscation of transportation means and accommodations. They also urge the public to report any violations through dedicated contact numbers available in various regions of the Kingdom.
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