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Environmental police detain camper without permit in Asir and reserve

15.07.2026 18:41 1 min 2 sources
السعودية الإخبارية ARA + 1 more
Environmental police detain camper without permit in Asir and reserve
Original source: السعودية الإخبارية

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Special environmental security forces detained a citizen for camping without a license in the Asir region. The violator faces a fine of up to 3000 Saudi riyals. Authorities urge reporting violations via 911 or 999/996.

Special environmental security forces detained a citizen for camping without a license in the Asir region. The violator faces a fine of up to 3000 Saudi riyals. Authorities urge reporting such violations via 911 (Mecca, Medina, Riyadh, Eastern Province) or 999/996 (other regions), guaranteeing confidentiality.

According to another source, a similar detention occurred in the Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve. The violator has been held accountable. Fines for camping in forests and national parks without a permit can reach 3000 riyals.

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Environmental security forces detain camper without permit in Asir region

15.07.2026 السعودية الإخبارية ARA Original source

Environmental security detains violator for camping in Imam Faisal bin Turki reserve

14.05.2026 صحيفة الحقيقة الإلكترونية ARA Original source

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