An Expatriate arrested in Riyadh due to financial fraud

An Expatriate arrested in Riyadh due to financial fraud. Arrest and Charges: An expatriate in Riyadh has been arrested by the Public Prosecution on charges of financial fraud. The individual is accused of crimes that may result in penalties under the Anti-Financial Fraud and Breach of Trust Law and the Cybercrime Law. Potential consequences include up to seven years in prison and a fine of up to SR5 million.

An Expatriate arrested in Riyadh due to financial fraud – Details of the Crime:

Method of Fraud: The accused allegedly committed financial fraud by collecting personal information and data from individuals on an electronic platform. The pretext was to arrange driving licenses for them. This data was then misused to open bank accounts without the victims’ knowledge.
Investigation and Arrest: The arrest followed thorough investigation procedures by the Public Prosecution into the financial fraud activities carried out by the expatriate.

Public Warning:

Data Security: The Public Prosecution has issued a warning to the public to safeguard their personal data and avoid sharing it with others. They emphasized that those engaging in fraud and illegal financial activities will face strict legal consequences.