Saudi Arabia’s Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has thwarted an attempt to smuggle 1,395,930 Captagon pills, hidden in a consignment of wooden panels.
The seizure was made after an attempt to bring the illegal drugs through Jeddah Islamic Port.
ZATCA said it coordinated with the General Directorate of Narcotics Control to arrest the individual who was supposed to receive the shipment.
Saudi drug smugglers
It also stressed that it will continue to tighten customs control over the Kingdom’s imports and exports to ensure the security and protection of the society from criminal activities, in cooperation and constant coordination with the General Directorate of Narcotics Control.
ZATCA urges all citizens to contribute to combating smuggling, and to help protect the society and the national economy by reaching out to the designated number for security reports, 1910, via e-mail: 1910@zatca.gov.sa, or through the international number 00 966 1142 08417.
Through these channels, ZATCA receives reports related to smuggling and violations of the provisions of the unified customs system in complete confidentiality, and a financial reward is given to the person who informs if the tip proves true.
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