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General Fire Directorate Shuts Down Facilities in Al-Rai Over Safety Violations

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KUWAIT CITY, April 16: The Kuwait Fire Service Directorate, in collaboration with several government ministries, carried out an inspection campaign this Tuesday morning in the Al-Rai area. The campaign’s objective was to monitor buildings and facilities for violations of safety and fire prevention regulations. As a result of the campaign, several facilities were found to be in violation and were administratively closed for failing to comply with the standards set by the General Fire Force and those mandated by other relevant authorities.

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Over 500 Traffic Violations Recorded During Capital Security Sweep in Kuwait

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KUWAIT CITY, Oct 18: The Ministry of Interior’s traffic department carried out a comprehensive field security and traffic campaign on Thursday across several areas of the Capital Governorate. The operation, executed through mobile patrols, comes as part of the Ministry of Interior’s ongoing efforts to strengthen security presence, enhance traffic discipline, and apprehend violators — all without relying on fixed checkpoints.

According to the department’s report, the campaign achieved significant results:

  • 519 various traffic violations were recorded.
  • 2 wanted individuals were arrested.
  • 2 absconding cases were detected.
  • 2 suspects were apprehended in connection with drug-related offenses.
  • 3 violators of the Residence and Labor Law were arrested.
  • 8 wanted vehicles were seized.
  • 21 vehicles were impounded for violating traffic regulations.
  • One individual was referred to the traffic police station for further legal action.

The General Department of Rescue Police emphasized that such mobile patrol campaigns will continue around the clock across all governorates. The initiative reflects the Ministry of Interior’s commitment (through the Traffic Affairs and Operations Sector ) to uphold the rule of law, ensure road safety, and protect all road users.

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578 Vehicles Cited for Wrong Overtaking in Kuwait

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KUWAIT CITY, Oct 17: The General Traffic Department issued 578 tickets for wrong overtaking on Thursday through surveillance cameras and traffic intersections.

A security source stated that vehicles involved in these violations cannot have their fines cleared, and hence their vehicles will be impounded for up to two months. Notifications will appear on the Sahel app within hours of violations, and some violators have already been alerted.

The source highlighted the significant role of overhead surveillance cameras at intersections, complemented by patrol units and modern cameras installed near intersections, in monitoring such traffic violations.

Citizens and expats were urged to adhere strictly to traffic regulations to avoid penalties, with authorities stressing that they will continue to take firm action against offenders.

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Two Asian Expats Arrested in Ahmadi for Drug Trafficking Worth KD 200,000

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KUWAIT CITY, Oct 17: In a major anti-narcotics operation, the Ahmadi Governorate Investigations Department, under the Ministry of Interior’s Criminal Security Affairs Sector, has arrested two Asian nationals accused of trafficking and distributing drugs within Kuwait.

The arrests came as part of the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to combat the spread of narcotics and pursue those involved in promoting and smuggling drugs. According to a security source, the department had received precise intelligence indicating that the suspects were actively engaged in drug distribution activities in the Ahmadi area.

A specialized security team was immediately formed to verify the information and conduct surveillance. After days of close monitoring, investigators tracked the suspects’ movements and successfully apprehended them in possession of a large quantity of illicit substances.

The search and seizure operation led to the confiscation of:

  • 3.658 kilograms of methamphetamine
  • 557 grams of chemical substances
  • 363 grams of marijuana
  • 348 grams of heroin
  • 14 grams of hashish
  • 8,150 psychotropic pills

The total market value of the seized drugs is estimated at approximately KD 200,000.

Both suspects, along with the confiscated materials, have been referred to the competent authorities for necessary legal action before being handed over to the Public Prosecution.

The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to confronting drug smuggling and distribution operations, emphasizing that security agencies will continue their firm stance against this menace that poses a grave threat to the nation’s security and the safety of its citizens and residents.

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