The Ministry of Interior mourns Lieutenant General Saeed bin Abdullah Al-Qahtani, Assistant Minister of Interior
The Ministry of Interior of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia announced today, Friday, the death of His Excellency Lieutenant General Saeed bin Abdullah Al-Qahtani, Assistant Minister of Interior for Operations, who passed away after a life dedicated to serving his religion, his King, and his country. A pall of grief has descended upon the security and public spheres in the Kingdom, given the high esteem in which the deceased was held as one of the most prominent security leaders who contributed to strengthening stability and security in the country.
Lieutenant General Saeed Al-Qahtani was a leading figure who left a clear mark on the history of Saudi security work. He rose through the ranks, holding numerous vital and sensitive positions, including Director of Public Security, a period that witnessed significant development in the security apparatus's mechanisms and field plans. The deceased was known for his constant field presence and close relationship with security personnel across various sectors, which earned him widespread respect and appreciation from both the leadership and the public.
Throughout his long career, the deceased oversaw highly critical security matters, most notably supervising Hajj and Umrah security plans for many years. He played a pivotal role in developing crowd management strategies and securing the holy sites to ensure the safety and comfort of pilgrims. His efforts as Assistant Minister of Interior for Operations were a continuation of his accumulated experience, as he contributed to coordinating between various security sectors to ensure high readiness and rapid response to diverse security challenges.
The passing of Lieutenant General Al-Qahtani is a great loss to the nation, as he was one of its most dedicated sons, who devoted his life to protecting the country's resources and safeguarding its achievements. His tenure was marked by firmness in enforcing regulations, wisdom in management, and tireless efforts to develop and train security personnel using the latest global standards. This distinguished record makes his death a significant loss to the security sector, but the consolation for all lies in the great legacy and excellent reputation he leaves behind.
Everyone prayed to God Almighty to have mercy on the deceased, forgive him, grant him paradise, and give his family, relatives, and loved ones patience and solace. To God we belong, and to Him we shall return.
