Video of Man attempts suicide at Makkah Grand Mosque, security officer injured

A man attempted to take his own life at the Grand Mosque in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, on Thursday, December 25, prompting an emergency response from security personnel stationed at the holy site.

In a post on X, the Saudi General Directorate of Public Security shared a video related to the incident, stating that security forces acted promptly to control the situation and ensure the safety of worshippers.

The footage shows the man attempting to jump from the upper levels of the mosque complex, as security personnel intervene. A security officer was injured while trying to prevent the



fall.

The Special Security Force responsible for the security of the Grand Mosque said both the individual and the injured officer were taken to hospital for medical treatment, and that all necessary legal and administrative procedures were completed.