Hajj 2020: 244 people arrested for trying to perform Hajj illegally

On Tuesday, The Hajj security forces had arrested 244 people, who attempted to infiltrate the Holy Sites to perform Hajj in violation of precautionary measures and preventive protocols against coronavirus.

After gathering facts, disciplinary steps were taken against them, the Saudi Press Agency reported quoting a public security spokesperson,

“The security men have created a tight security cordon in and around the holy sites to enforce these regulations and catch the violators.”

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