Saudi: Makkah Security Arrests Four Residents For Hajj Scam

Four people selling fake Hajj permits and bracelets and promoting bogus Hajj campaigns were arrested by security patrols in Makkah, Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.

Cash, seals, mobile phones and computers being used in the scams were seized and the four residents, from Pakistan and Myanmar, referred to the Public Prosecution.

Earlier, two Egyptian residents were arrested for fraudulent social media adverts that fraudulently offered accommodation, transport and the securing of a sacrifice to pilgrims.

The authorities are warning people to be wary of similar adverts, including those offering services such as performing Hajj on behalf of other people.

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