Suspect who caused fear in Mecca detained
Saudi security forces caught the individual who caused panic in Mecca, referred them to the public prosecution, and urged the public to disregard baseless claims on social media.
Saudi security authorities announced that an individual who disturbed people and caused panic in Mecca has been detained and legal action has been initiated against them.
Intervention by security forces
Saudi security forces reported that immediate intervention was made against an individual in Mecca who disturbed those around them and caused fear and panic. The General Directorate of Public Security shared the information that the suspect was captured.
Legal process and judicial steps
Official authorities noted that necessary legal procedures have been initiated against the detained individual and that the suspect has been referred to the public prosecution as part of the investigation.
Response to social media claims
Authorities emphasized that certain claims circulated on social media regarding the incident do not reflect the truth and called on the public to rely on statements made by official sources.
Status of suicide bomber claims
While some social media accounts claimed that the person caught around the Grand Mosque was a suicide bomber, no such information was included in the official authorities' statement.