Saudi Gazette report

MINA — Saudi Attorney General Sheikh Saud Al-Moajab underscored the critical importance of judicial protection for the holy sites and the Hajj pilgrims. He emphasized that the Public Prosecution's mission during the Hajj season is delivering swift justice and ensuring a safe and secure Hajj.

Sheikh Al-Moajab made the remarks during an inspection tour of the Public Prosecution offices operating for this year's Hajj in the holy sites. He assessed their readiness and preparations for the Hajj in addition to inaugurating a number of new Public Prosecution offices during the visit.

Sheikh Al-Moajab reiterated that the Saudi authorities will confront crimes that threaten Hajj security. He emphasized the need to complete all cases in a short time using modern technology, keeping pace with the current developments in serving pilgrims. This will be accomplished by qualified cadres of the Public Prosecution.

He stressed the need for swift initiation of criminal proceedings against any actions violating the sanctity of religious rituals, including fraud, deception, commercial misconduct, or breaches of approved Saudi standards for pilgrim products and services.

The attorney general underlined the imperative to combat cybercrimes that could threaten Hajj security or disrupt pilgrims' peace of mind, emphasizing the necessity of taking all requisite legal measures.