Two men arrested for illegal transfer of money in Mecca

The suspects transferred SR1.4 million to unknown entities

Last updated: June 04, 2020 | 23:13

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This picture taken on May 24, 2020 during the early hours of Eid Al Fitr shows an aerial view of Saudi Arabia's holy city of Mecca, with the Abraj Al Bait Mecca Royal Clock Tower overlooking the Grand Mosque and Kaaba in the centre. Saudi Arabia began a five-day, round-the-clock curfew from May 23.

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Dubai: Makkah Police have arrested two Arab men for transferring money to unknown parties in irregular ways, according to Makkah newspaper

The suspects carried out money transfers of more than SR1.4 million illegally, Major Mohammed Al Ghamdi, spokesperson for Makkah Police, said.

The accused, who are in their 50s, have been referred to the public prosecution for legal action. They are now in custody pending trial, Major Al Ghamdi said.

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