Saudi Arabia: Three expatriates, including two women, detained in Madinah prostitution bust

In a demonstration of ongoing vigilance, Madinah security authorities have dismantled a prostitution operation involving expatriates, including two women, operating from a residential apartment. The arrests form part of Saudi Arabia’s sustained campaign to combat moral crimes, human trafficking, and activities that contravene public regulations.

The arrests

Madinah police, acting in coordination with the General Directorate for Community Security and Combating Human Trafficking, conducted a security inspection that uncovered illegal activities within a residential apartment. During the operation, three expatriates, a man and two women, were apprehended on site for engaging in prostitution.

Authorities confirmed that the arrests followed the completion of all necessary legal procedures. The suspects have been referred to the Public Prosecution, where they will face the penalties prescribed under Saudi law.

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Coordination and legal process

The operation highlights the close collaboration between Madinah police and specialised departments tasked with tackling human trafficking and other moral crimes. According to a statement from the Saudi Public Security , the field teams identified the illicit activity during the inspection, ensured the suspects were detained, and completed all required legal formalities before referral to the Public Prosecution.

Security authorities emphasised that the measures taken are fully in line with the Kingdom’s legal framework and underscore the systematic approach to enforcing laws against activities that threaten community security.

Broader context

This arrest is part of a wider campaign led by the Ministry of Interior to safeguard community security and uphold public morals. The Ministry’s efforts focus on combating human trafficking, preventing moral offences, and addressing behaviour deemed inconsistent with Saudi Arabia’s societal values and regulations.

Through coordinated raids and inspections, the authorities aim to identify and neutralise illicit operations, ensuring that expatriates and residents alike comply with the Kingdom’s legal and ethical standards.