Overview of the Corruption Case
Officials from the Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha) have arrested a retired Saudi colonel, Saad Ibrahim Al Yousef, from the Presidency of State Security for his involvement in a major bribery and corruption scheme. Local media reported that he was caught while accepting a cheque for SR30 million, part of a larger SR100 million bribe.
Details of the Bribery Scheme
The bribe was intended to help resolve a financial and administrative corruption case involving a businessman. Al Yousef used his access to confidential information from his previous role to facilitate the scheme. He was assisted by Yemeni resident Amnah Mohammed Ali Abdullah, who falsely claimed to hold a government position and belong to a ruling family from a Gulf State.
Forged Documents and Deception
Abdullah also forged a letter that falsely included a royal order to deceive the businessman further. In addition, Al Yousef, Abdullah, Syrian resident Mohammed Saleem Atfah, and Sudanese resident Adel Najm Aldeen collected SR80 million from citizens under the pretense of investing in state projects.
Misappropriation of Funds
The funds were misappropriated to purchase real estate both within and outside the Kingdom and to acquire valuable items, which were then smuggled out of the country.
Arrests and Legal Proceedings
All individuals involved in the scheme have been arrested, and legal proceedings are currently underway. Nazaha has reiterated its commitment to combating corruption and emphasized its zero-tolerance stance towards the exploitation of public office for personal gain.
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