Disturbing Incident at Masjid al-Haram as Man Jumps from Upper Floor (Video Goes Viral)
Masjid al-Haram incident averted as Saudi security stops a man attempting to jump from an upper floor in Mecca. A guard was injured during the rescue.
Riyadh / Mecca: A potentially tragic incident was successfully prevented at Masjid al-Haram in Mecca after a man allegedly attempted to jump from an upper floor inside the Grand Mosque. The incident occurred on Thursday, December 25, but the quick response of Saudi Arabia’s special security forces ensured the safety of worshippers and avoided a major disaster.
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Quick Action by Haram Security Forces
According to officials, the man moved towards the edge of the upper level inside Masjid al-Haram when security personnel on duty immediately sensed the danger and intervened.
During the rescue attempt:
- A security guard risked his life to stop the man from falling
- In the struggle, the guard sustained bone fractures
- Both individuals were swiftly shifted to hospital
Authorities confirmed that the injured security personnel is out of danger and receiving medical treatment.
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Situation Brought Fully Under Control
The Mecca Region Emirate stated that the situation was brought under control quickly and professionally, following all established legal and security procedures.
The Haram Security Forces reiterated that the safety of pilgrims and worshippers remains their top priority, and that trained units are deployed round-the-clock to handle emergencies.
Videos Show Swift Intervention
Videos circulating on social media show security officers rushing towards the individual as soon as he approached the edge, preventing a fall and ensuring that no harm came to worshippers present inside the mosque.
Sheikh Sudais Urges Respect for Sanctity of the Haram
Reacting to the incident, Sheikh Abdul Rahman Al-Sudais, Chief Imam of Masjid al-Haram, urged visitors to respect the sanctity of the holy mosque, follow regulations, and focus solely on worship.
Quoting the Holy Quran, he reminded:
“Do not throw yourselves into destruction with your own hands.”
He emphasized that the protection of human life is a core principle of Islam.
No Further Details to Be Shared
Saudi authorities clarified that no further details or identity of the individual involved will be disclosed. Officials also stressed that Masjid al-Haram remains under 24/7 high-level security surveillance, with specialized units always on standby.
The timely intervention has been widely appreciated as an example of professional security preparedness at one of Islam’s holiest sites.
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