Suspect behind professional forgery of 20-dinar banknotes apprehended by Kuwaiti police.

KUWAIT CITY, Sept 25:  Kuwaiti authorities have arrested a suspect involved in circulating counterfeit 20-dinar Kuwaiti banknotes following a targeted investigation by the General Department of Criminal Investigations, specifically the Department for Combating Counterfeiting and Forgery Crimes.

The arrest came after two separate reports were filed with the Khaitan police station, alerting officials to the circulation of fake currency in the area. Intensified investigations led to the identification and legal arrest of the suspect, who was found carrying drug paraphernalia at the time of detention.

Upon interrogation, the suspect confessed not only to the two reported cases but also to multiple similar offenses across various governorates. He admitted to personally producing the counterfeit notes using sophisticated equipment housed in his family’s chalet located in the Sabah Al-Ahmad Sea City area, where he stored large sums of fake currency.

A thorough search of the chalet revealed an extensive counterfeit operation, including over 20 printing machines equipped with scanners, dozens of inks and dyes, paper cutters, thousands of ready-to-use counterfeit banknotes, hundreds more in production, along with forgery labels, chemical substances, and drug paraphernalia.

The suspect has been handed over to the relevant authorities to proceed with the necessary legal actions.

The Ministry of Interior continues to emphasize its commitment to cracking down on forgery and protecting the integrity of Kuwait’s currency.

KUWAIT CITY, Sep 24: As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance road safety and enforce traffic regulations, the Ministry of Interior, through the General Traffic Department (Highway Department), recently carried out extensive traffic campaigns across all ring roads and expressways in Kuwait.

The operation involved a large-scale deployment of traffic and security patrols, with a clear focus on monitoring road behavior, apprehending violators, and taking swift legal action against offenders. The campaign also targeted individuals with outstanding legal cases and those suspected of engaging in illegal activities.

According to official reports, the campaign produced significant results:

The Ministry of Interior emphasized that such security and traffic operations will continue with the same intensity, as part of a broader strategy to safeguard road users and maintain public order. Authorities praised the cooperation of both citizens and residents in supporting these initiatives and urged the public to remain vigilant by reporting any violations or suspicious activities through the emergency hotline (112).

A file photo of crystal methamphetamine seized by Kuwaiti Customs officials.

KUWAIT CITY, Sept 24:  Kuwaiti Customs officials successfully intercepted an attempt to smuggle more than 10 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine concealed inside bags of animal feed on a ship arriving at Doha Port.

The General Administration of Customs announced Wednesday that after thorough inspection and verification of the entire shipment — comprising 216 tons of fodder — they uncovered approximately 10.724 kilograms of crystal meth hidden within the cargo. Authorities confirmed the vessel carried no other prohibited items.

Following the discovery, the ship was immediately detained, and all necessary legal procedures were promptly initiated. The seized narcotics were handed over to the relevant authorities for further action.

In a statement, the General Administration of Customs affirmed its ongoing commitment to implementing the Ministry of Interior’s directives. The statement emphasized intensified efforts to combat smuggling attempts and safeguard Kuwait’s security and stability from any threats.

Customs officers thwart a crystal meth smuggling plot at Kuwait’s Doha Port.