Saudi Arabia's General Directorate of Drug Control announced two arrests in August 2026, according to the Saudi outlet Sabq.
In the Asir region, a Saudi citizen was held over 4.5 kilograms of hashish. In the Riyadh region, a Pakistani resident was held over 1.2 kilograms of methamphetamine. That second case is not about cannabis. Both were detained and referred to the Public Prosecution after procedures were completed.
Neither person is named. The report gives no verdict and no charges beyond the trafficking allegation. Because this is an official police announcement, it reflects the authorities' account. The report also urges the public to report drug dealers through a hotline.
Why it matters: Saudi authorities publicize drug arrests and ask the public to report suspected dealers.
Source: Sabq (صحيفة سبق), 2026-08-17. Forgotten Prisoner's account is based on this reporting. An arrest or charge is not proof of guilt.