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Citizen Arrested In Shocking Illegal Wildlife Display Faces Up To 10 Years In Jail And A Massive Fine
Citizen Arrested In Shocking Illegal Wildlife Display Faces Up To 10 Years In Jail And A Massive Fine
The Wildlife National Center’s Inspection Team, alongside Environmental Security in Dammam, Makes Major Bust in Illegal Wildlife Display
The Wildlife National Center has been making significant strides in safeguarding and preserving wildlife across Saudi Arabia. Their latest effort, in partnership with Environmental Security, resulted in the arrest of a citizen caught illegally keeping and displaying endangered predators as pets. This action underscores the center’s commitment to enforcing wildlife protection laws and maintaining the natural balance in the Kingdom.
Citizen Arrested In Shocking Illegal Wildlife Display Faces Up To 10 Years In Jail And A Massive Fine
The rule breaker faces a substantial penalty of up to 30 million Saudi riyals and 10 years in prison, or either of these penalties, under Saudi wildlife protection laws
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Enjoy A Relaxing, Affordable Day In Dammam With This Perfect Mini Scheduleلحظة ضبط الأمن البيئي في الشرقية لمواطن مخالف لاقتنائه وعرضه كائنات فطرية مهددة بالانقراض، والغرامة تصل 30 مليون ريال.
— أخبار السعودية (@SaudiNews50) August 11, 2024
The endangered animals involved in the incident were transferred to the National Wildlife Center in Riyadh, where they will receive the specialized care they need.
باشرت فرق التفتيش بالمركز بالتنسيق مع @SFES_KSA مخالفة اقتناء وعرض كائنات فطرية مفترسة في مدينة الدمام ما يعد مخالفة لنظام البيئة واللائحة التنفيذية لحماية الكائنات الفطرية ومنتجاتها ومشتقاتها، وتم نقل الكائنات إلى وحدة الإيواء التابعة للمركز في الرياض حيث تتلقى الرعاية المناسبة.… pic.twitter.com/zALnXrUmQb
— المركز الوطني لتنمية الحياة الفطرية (@NCW_center) August 11, 2024
The National Center for Wildlife Development emphasizes that community cooperation in reporting wildlife violations is crucial for preserving the natural environment and protecting its resources.
The center monitors and addresses violations related to the possession and display of predatory animals, asserting that it will rigorously enforce regulations against offenders. It highlighted that owning and breeding these animals violates environmental laws and their executive regulations.
Citizen Arrested In Shocking Illegal Wildlife Display Faces Up To 10 Years In Jail And A Massive Fine
The center’s ban on possessing and displaying predators stems from a royal decree prohibiting the importation of such animals. Additionally, the presence of these wild predators poses risks, as they retain their predatory instincts, which can be dangerous to both their handlers and the community.
