Watch: Mobile prosecution office to handle Hajj cases

Cairo: Saudi authorities have introduced a mobile prosecution office in the holy places where the rites of the annual Hajj pilgrimage are performed to fast-track justice and boost security for the pilgrims.

More than 2 million Muslims from across the globe are anticipated to attend this week’s Hajj in and around Mecca amid relentless efforts to ensure the pilgrims’ security and safety.

The kingdom’s Attorney General, Saud bin Abdullah Al Mojeb, said this week that authorities will enforce tough penalties against illegal attempts to perform pilgrimage without the official permits.

In recent years, Saudi Arabia has revamped its justice system as part of sweeping reforms and socio-economic changes espoused by the crown prince.