KUWAIT, Oct 14: As part of the Ministry of Interior’s continuous efforts to monitor social media content and promptly address the spread of misinformation, the Criminal Security Sector, represented by the Capital Governorate Investigations Department, has arrested an individual for posting a misleading video online.

The circulated video clip showed a woman attempting to open the door of a parked vehicle in one of the areas of the Capital Governorate. Following the viral video on social media platforms, the Rawdah Investigations Department launched an immediate inquiry into the matter to verify the facts behind the incident.

Investigators summoned the driver of the vehicle, who confirmed that the incident had taken place but stated that he did not know the woman. Upon reviewing surveillance footage from nearby cameras, security personnel discovered that the woman had mistakenly tried to enter the wrong vehicle, believing it belonged to someone she knew. Authorities also identified the individual who arrived later and escorted her from the scene.

Subsequent investigations revealed that the person who posted the video online had intentionally circulated it with false and misleading information, claiming inaccurate details to attract public attention and increase social media engagement. The individual failed to notify the competent authorities before publishing the video.

The suspect was arrested, legal procedures were initiated, and the case was referred to the concerned authorities for further action.

The Ministry of Interior reiterated its call for members of the public to refrain from publishing or circulating unverified information or video clips on social media. It urged citizens and residents to report any suspicious or negative behavior directly to the relevant authorities instead of sharing it online. The Ministry emphasized that spreading false or misleading content constitutes a legal offense punishable under the law.

KUWAIT CITY, Oct 14: In a coordinated operation between the Ministry of Interior and the Public Authority for Agricultural Affairs and Fish Resources (PAAAFR), security authorities successfully dismantled two illegal liquor production factories operating inside rented farms in the Al-Abdali area.

The operation came as part of the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to combat illegal activities and apprehend violators across the country.

According to security sources, the case began when a PAAAFR inspector conducting routine checks in the Al-Abdali farms became suspicious of one particular site after observing signs of illicit activity. When the inspector attempted to carry out an inspection, a worker at the farm tried to escape but was quickly apprehended and taken to the Al-Qash’aniya Police Station.

A joint security team from the Security Directorates Sector and Al-Qash’aniya Police Station, accompanied by the PAAAFR inspector, then proceeded to the location, where they discovered a room fully equipped for liquor manufacturing. The site contained several plastic bottles filled with locally produced alcoholic substances, fermentation equipment, and bottling tools.

Investigations revealed that the farm had been rented to an expat without an official lease agreement and that part of the premises had been converted into a local liquor factory.

Through intensified investigative efforts, detectives from Al-Qash’aniya were able to identify and arrest the main suspect in the Al-Sabahiya area. The suspect confessed to renting part of the farm and using it for liquor production. He also disclosed information about another similar factory in Al-Abdali.

Based on his confession, security teams and PAAAFR inspectors moved to the second location, where they uncovered additional manufacturing tools, barrels of alcoholic substances, and several workers involved in the operation. All suspects, including the main tenant, were arrested and referred to the competent authorities for legal proceedings.

The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed its commitment to continuing intensive joint campaigns in cooperation with various government bodies across agricultural and industrial zones, to curb illegal activities and preserve public safety and security.

KUWAIT CITY, Oct 14: The General Fire Force carried out an inspection campaign on Monday evening in the Shuwaikh Industrial Area, targeting shops and buildings found to violate safety and fire prevention regulations.

During the campaign, inspectors issued 33 notices and warnings to establishments that failed to meet required safety standards. The operation comes as part of the General Fire Force’s continued efforts to strengthen public safety, ensure compliance with fire regulations, and protect lives and property.