KUWAIT CITY, June 7: Customs officers at the Air Cargo Customs Department successfully seized a large quantity of narcotic substances weighing approximately 50 kilograms, arriving from a European country. The seizure took place after the customs targeting team grew suspicious of the contents of certain bags and conducted a thorough inspection. The examination revealed around 33 kilograms of hashish and 17 kilograms of marijuana. The individual involved was subsequently arrested and handed over to the relevant authorities, along with the confiscated substances. All necessary customs procedures were duly completed.

KUWAIT CITY, June 7: The Kuwait General Traffic Department has released its weekly statistics covering the period from May 31 to June 6, revealing a total of 22,540 traffic citations issued for various violations. In addition, authorities arrested 64 juveniles and 110 individuals who were either wanted by law or found in violation of existing regulations. The data highlights the department’s ongoing efforts to enhance road safety and enforce traffic laws across the country.

The report also documented a concerning number of road accidents, with 1,293 incidents recorded during the week. Of these, 1,114 were classified as minor, while 179 resulted in injuries or fatalities. The figures underscore the importance of continued public awareness, stricter enforcement, and community cooperation to reduce traffic-related risks and promote safer driving behavior on Kuwait’s roads.

KUWAIT CITY, June 5: The Criminal Court has refused to release the acting manager of a cooperative society who was caught red-handed soliciting a bribe in exchange for services during a sting operation carried out by detectives. The court adjourned the session to allow time for further review and the presentation of video evidence. Earlier, the Ministry of Interior revealed that a citizen — employed as acting cooperative society manager –was arrested after the submission of an official report to the concerned authorities that he allegedly demanded a bribe in return for carrying out his official duties. In a press statement, the ministry said “in coordination with the Public Prosecution, a legal authorization was obtained to monitor and record meetings and conversations. All interactions were documented in both audio and video formats, leading to the suspect’s arrest and referral to the concerned authorities for legal action.”

By Jaber Al-Hamoud
Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff and Agencies