Security Forces Arrest Three Residents in Makkah for Deceiving Pilgrims with Fake Hajj Services

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Makkah: Security patrols in Makkah arrested three Indonesian residents after they posted misleading social media advertisements for unauthorized Hajj services.

According to Saudi Press Agency, authorities seized cash, computer equipment, and forged Hajj identification cards during the operation and referred the suspects to the Public Prosecution for further legal action.

The Public Security urged all citizens and residents to strictly adhere to official Hajj regulations and instructions, and report any suspected violations by calling 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and Eastern regions, or 999 in other regions of the Kingdom.