Interior Ministry Penalizes 49 People For Transporting 197 Unauthorized Pilgrims
The ministry said that the Hajj Security Forces have arrested 18 expatriates and 31 Saudi citizens at the entry points to Makkah while transporting 197 individuals who did not hold permits to perform Hajj.
The ministry issued administrative rulings through the seasonal administrative committees against the transporters, accomplices, and unauthorized pilgrims. Penalties include imprisonment, fines of up to SR100,000, publicizing names of the violators in the local media at their own expense, deportation of expatriates with a 10-year re-entry ban after serving of the sentence, and legal proceedings for the confiscation of vehicles used in the violations. Unauthorized pilgrims face fines of up to SR20,000.
In a related incident, Hajj Security Forces arrested 58 individuals for violating Hajj regulations by attempting to enter the city of Makkah without the required permits to perform the pilgrimage. They were referred to the competent authorities to slap the prescribed penalties.
The ministry urged all citizens and residents to strictly adhere to Hajj regulations in order to ensure the safety and security of pilgrims during the performance of their rituals.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Gulf Insider
18 hours ago
- Gulf Insider
Bahrain To Install 500 New Surveillance Cameras To Boost Traffic Safety
Bahrain is set to enhance its road safety measures with the installation of 500 new surveillance cameras across the Kingdom, marking a significant step in enforcing traffic laws and improving road discipline. The initiative comes under the directives of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, as part of ongoing efforts by the Ministry of Interior to protect lives, reduce accidents, and strengthen traffic law enforcement. Major Khalid Buqais, Director of the Traffic Culture Directorate, explained on the 'Shams Al Bahrain' program that the cameras will play a key role in detecting serious violations such as running red lights, reckless driving, and excessive speeding. He noted that the move represents a major shift in creating safer and more organized roads. The project is accompanied by proposed updates to the Traffic Law, including stricter financial and custodial penalties, license revocations, and vehicle confiscations for severe offenses resulting in injuries or fatalities. Major Buqais also highlighted the importance of public awareness alongside stricter enforcement, stressing that road safety 'starts at home and in schools' and requires collective societal effort. With these upgrades, the General Directorate of Traffic aims to make Bahrain a regional leader in road safety and ensure that all road users can travel more securely.
Gulf Insider
18 hours ago
- Gulf Insider
Bahrain: Man Held Over Indecent Video Posted Online
A man has been taken into custody after prosecutors said he posted a video on social media showing behaviour offensive to public decency and human dignity. The Public Prosecution received a report from the Cybercrime Directorate at the Ministry of Interior's General Directorate for Combating Corruption, Economic and Electronic Security. The footage, they said, showed the suspect engaging in conduct contrary to the values of Bahraini society. He was arrested on orders from the prosecution, brought in for questioning, and shown the video. The suspect admitted to sharing the clip, saying he had hoped to receive money from followers on his account. He remains in detention as investigations continue. The Chief of the Cybercrime Prosecution remarked that such conduct runs against public order and morals and may lead to legal consequences.
Gulf Insider
19 hours ago
- Gulf Insider
One Rescued, One Dead In Diving Tragedy Near King Fahd Causeway
A wide-scale search and rescue operation ended in both relief and heartbreak after two Bahraini citizens went missing at sea during a diving trip near the King Fahd Causeway. The two men set out on a diving trip aboard a small boat in the Sanni marine area around 1:30 PM on Tuesday. Concern arose when they failed to return, and a missing persons report was filed at approximately 2:30 AM on Wednesday. Search and rescue teams from both Bahrain and Saudi Arabia were immediately mobilized. After several hours of intensive efforts, one of the divers, Aziz Naseeb, was found alive. He had spent many hours stranded in the water and was rushed to hospital for treatment. Thankfully, his condition is reported as stable. Tragically, the body of the second diver, Mohammed Ismail, 36, was recovered from the sea. Authorities confirmed his death and notified the Public Prosecution, which is now handling legal procedures related to the incident. The Ministry of Interior posted on its official account on platform X (formerly Twitter):'With the support of the Police Aviation and following a report from the operations room… the body of a 36-year-old diver was retrieved after he passed away while diving near the King Fahd Causeway.' Authorities continue to investigate the incident to understand its circumstances. They have urged all citizens and residents to strictly follow safety measures when planning sea trips — especially for diving and fishing — and to notify the relevant authorities in advance.
