RIYADH, 14 February 2004 — The Interior Ministry yesterday warned the residents in the capital against a possible terrorist attack. It said that a car laden with explosives registered to a wanted suspect could be used for the attack, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
“We would like to notify both citizens and residents, especially in Riyadh, that we have confirmed information that a vehicle registered in the name of one of the suspects is loaded with a large quantity of explosives, which we believe are intended for use in a criminal act,” the ministry said.
The ministry identified the vehicle as a 1991 model GMC Suburban SUV, plate No. 034, burgundy color inside and leadish-gray outside. The vehicle has new tires and all the windows, except the front windscreen, are heavily tinted. There are scratches or light damage on the driver’s side of the vehicle, possibly the result of a scrape with another car or solid object. All the back seats have been removed.
The vehicle was last seen in Rabwa to the east of the capital. The ministry urged the public to contact 990 if they have any information on the vehicle, adding that informants will be rewarded.
