Border Guards in Makkah Region Detain Resident Over Maritime Safety Violation

Saudi border guard coastal patrols have detained a Myanmar national in Al-Qunfudhah governorate, in the Makkah region, for violating maritime security and safety regulations.

The resident was found in breach of rules governing those engaged in marine activities in Saudi Arabia’s maritime areas.

The reported violation concerns the security and safety framework for maritime activities, rather than the resident’s immigration status.

The brief account did not specify the activity involved, the circumstances of the violation or any penalty imposed.