Crime in Saudi Arabia
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Crime in Saudi Arabia is low[1][2][3] compared to industrialized nations. Criminal activity does not typically target foreigners and is mostly drug-related.[3] Petty crime such as pickpocketing and bag snatching does occur, but is extremely uncommon. During the period of Hajj and Umrah in the holy cities of Mecca and Medina, there have been growing incidents of pickpocketing, especially with women pickpockets becoming an increasing phenomenon.[4] Although incidents of violence are generally considered to be rare, violence has occurred more frequently due to economic pressures on expatriate workers during the last few years. In 2013, the number of crime cases reported by the Ministry of Justice was 22,113, a 102% increase from 2012.[5][6][7][8]