Saudi Gazette report

RIYADH — The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) announced on Saturday that a total of 961 seizures of prohibited items reported during customs operations at land, air, and sea ports across the Kingdom during the last week.

The seizures included 91 cases involving narcotics, such as hashish, cocaine, heroin, shabu, and Captagon pills, as well as 427 cases of other prohibited substances.

Customs officials also intercepted over 1,811 attempts to smuggle tobacco and its derivatives, 10 cases related to sums of money, and five incidents involving weapons and their accessories. ZATCA emphasized its dedication to enhancing security and protecting society from smuggling and illegal activities.

The authority reaffirmed its commitment to tightening customs controls on imports and exports to safeguard society, emphasizing its collaboration with relevant authorities to combat smuggling and all forms of illegal trade.

The authority called on the public to support its efforts by reporting smuggling activities through its designated hotline, 1910 or via email at 1910@zatca.gov.sa, or by calling the international number 009661910. ZATCA handles all reports with strict confidentiality and offers financial rewards for accurate information.