Security forces in Madinah have arrested two expats for a series of robberies in which they had stolen almost SR35,000.
The robbers, both Asians, had tried to escape after being ambushed by police, but were tackled and found to be in possession of SR9,500 at the time of their arrest.
The two, one of whom is an illegal expat, would mug bystanders as they drove around in a black GMC, reports said.
The police had also received word of a robbery by suspects that matched the same descriptions in a smaller car.
“Security teams moved to these locations after receiving several reports,” said Col. Fahd Al-Ghanam, Madinah police spokesman.
Authorities arrested the men within less than an hour of another robbery case being filed.
The suspects then confessed to all the robberies that been committed within a two-day period.
The two also confessed to have previously deposited SR25,000, which they stole in past robberies.
The police also determined that the GMC is rented under the name of the suspect residing legally in the Kingdom.
The vehicle has been handed over to authorities.
Madinah police arrest two Asians over thefts
Madinah police arrest two Asians over thefts
Taif festival celebrates Saudi Arabia’s literary icons
- It introduces visitors to the contributions of literary pioneers through accessible visual and narrative content
TAIF: A special section highlighting key Saudi literary figures forms part of the Writers and Readers Festival in Taif.
The area explores the lives of distinguished writers, poets, and authors who have shaped the Kingdom’s creative landscape, influencing literature, journalism, theater and intellectual thought.
It introduces visitors to the contributions of literary pioneers through accessible visual and narrative content, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday.
Organized by the Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission, the festival runs until Jan. 15 and features 42 prominent publishing houses from Saudi Arabia and overseas, offering visitors the chance to explore the latest works in literature, philosophy and general knowledge.
Meanwhile, the festival’s interactive murals section engages visitors with openwork art panels, allowing them to contribute to the city’s features and identity.
The murals depict Taif’s natural and historical landmarks, including Al-Hada Mountain, the Taif rose gardens, and traditional Hijazi palaces. Others are inspired by Souq Okaz, a historic literary and commercial center linked to the region’s poetic heritage.
Designed by a visual artist, they blend folk-inspired elements with imaginative expression, creating a collaborative experience that celebrates the city’s beauty and brings art closer to the public.
