RIYADH: Stray animals have been the cause of 426 accidents, five deaths and 26 injuries on the Kingdom’s roads in 2025, according to a new report.

The General Authority for Roads revealed the statistics to raise awareness about the dangers of people tampering with road fencing, the SPA reported.

It said the public must use designated camel crossings to protect lives and property.

The authority added that fencing and crossings are designed according to the highest standards to regulate the movement of animals.

It warned that deliberately cutting fencing was a criminal offence, with fines running up to SR50,000 ($13,000).