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Saudi Arabia arrests terrorist, warns of aiding other fugitives

Xinhua, January 18, 2017 Adjust font size:

The Saudi Interior Ministry announced on Tuesday the arrest of a fugitive wanted for various terrorist acts in Qatif region in the Eastern Province, Saudi Press Agency reported.

The ministry warned the public of aiding other fugitives in the Saudi terror list, asking them to report any related information for reward.

Hussain Mohamed Al Faraj was arrested for several terrorist charges, including shooting at innocent individuals at public places in association with other fugitives.

Saudi terror list includes extremists who are followers of Sunni terrorist groups, such as al-Qaida and Islamic State (IS) militant group, and Saudi Shiites active in certain areas populated with minority Shiite community, including Qatif, who are usually involved in rioting, vandalisms and direct attacks against police personnel. Endit