Sultan Abdul Latif Wahid Al-Fares

KUWAIT CITY, April 28: The Criminal Security Affairs Sector, represented by the General Department of Criminal Investigation (Cybercrime Combating Department) and the Hawalli Governorate Investigations Department, successfully apprehended a Kuwaiti citizen, Sultan Abdul Latif Wahid Al-Fares. His arrest followed confidential reports implicating him in the management of 16 fake social media accounts, which he allegedly used to spread false rumors, defame numerous citizens, and profit financially from these activities.

Upon receiving the intelligence, specialized security teams promptly launched a thorough investigation. They successfully identified the suspect, closely monitored his daily movements, and tracked his place of residence and modes of transportation. After securing the necessary authorization from the Public Prosecution, authorities coordinated with a shopping mall’s management team to arrest him while he was accompanied by two friends.

During the interrogation, Al-Fares confessed to operating multiple fake accounts to disseminate fabricated news, malicious rumors, and defamatory content targeting various citizens. A search of his possessions led to the seizure of several mobile phones used to manage these accounts. A subsequent search of his residence uncovered additional mobile devices, a quantity of narcotic and psychotropic substances, and bottles of imported alcoholic beverages.

Further investigations revealed that Al-Fares had collaborated with Nawaf Fahad Saleh Al-Badr, a national of Antigua and Barbados currently residing in Turkey. Together, they managed the fake accounts and shared the financial proceeds from these illegal activities. It was also discovered that Al-Fares had previously been convicted and sentenced to three years in prison in Case No. 2016/511 Criminal Investigations, on charges related to issuing threats.

The fake accounts operated by Al-Fares included: Al-Burhan, Amiri Decree, The Deep State, Shaheen Al-Rasmi, Celebrity Executioner, Shaheen, Zagran Al-Asli, Fahad Al-Enezi, Kuwait Network, Bader Al-Sabah, Dharar, Al-Fares, Kuwait Alyom, Naseqo, Mukhtar, and Sahkkw.

The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to combating criminal activities that threaten the nation’s security and stability. It emphasized that it will take decisive legal action against anyone found engaging in activities that disrupt public order, referring them to the Public Prosecution for appropriate legal penalties.

Additionally, the Ministry urged citizens to exercise caution and verify information obtained through social media, warning against the dangers of spreading or believing unverified rumors. It stressed that safeguarding the security and stability of society remains a top priority, and all necessary efforts will be made to protect the community.