Environmental police (special forces for environmental security) detained a citizen in the Asir region for camping without the required permit. The violator faces a fine of up to 3000 Saudi riyals.
The measure aims to protect vegetation cover and natural resources as part of the national sustainable development strategy. Authorities urge reporting such violations via 911 (for Mecca, Medina, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province) or 999 and 996 (for other regions), with confidentiality guaranteed.