"Man Arrested for Attempting to Stab Elderly Imam Outside Mosque in Riyadh, Saudi Authorities Seek Arrest of Video Sharer"
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The Saudi Ministry of Interior has confirmed the arrest of an individual who attempted to stab an elderly imam outside a mosque in Riyadh's Manfouha neighborhood. The incident was captured on video, which quickly went viral on social media.
The footage shows the imam, who is visibly shocked and unarmed, being approached by the assailant, who appears to be holding a knife. The quick-thinking imam successfully pushes the attacker away, and several bystanders rush to his aid, restraining the attacker until authorities arrive.
While the motive behind the assault remains undisclosed by the Saudi authorities, the ministry has released images of the suspect both during the incident and in custody via their official Snapchat account. They have also stated that the attacker will be referred to the Public Prosecution.
Concurrently, the Ministry of Interior is also seeking the arrest of the person who recorded and shared the video, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the Kingdom's Anti-Cybercrime Law, which forbids the unauthorized dissemination of footage depicting criminal acts.
The imam's condition following the incident has not been officially reported. This event underscores the ongoing efforts by Saudi authorities to maintain security and prevent such incidents within the community.
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