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147 Arrested in Multi-Agency Sweep Targeting Violations in Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh

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4 months ago

April 19, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, April 19: As part of ongoing joint efforts to address serious violations and negative activities that threaten the safety and security of residents, an extensive security campaign was conducted under the direct supervision of His Excellency the Acting Prime Minister, Sheikh Fahd Yousef Saud Al-Sabah.

The campaign was led by the Criminal Security Sector, represented by the General Department of Criminal Investigations, in collaboration with several relevant government agencies. It targeted unauthorized commercial establishments operating within residential homes in the Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh area. Participating agencies included the General Fire Force, Kuwait Municipality, Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy, Ministry of Public Works, Environment Public Authority, and the Public Authority for Manpower.

Over the five-day operation, 40 violating properties were identified, and 89 violations were issued for operating unlicensed commercial activities. The campaign also led to the arrest of 147 individuals, including one person wanted for theft, 29 absconders, and 117 violators of residency and labor laws. All detainees were referred to the relevant authorities for legal action.

Electricity was disconnected from unlicensed sites, and official reports and warnings were issued in coordination with the participating agencies. Moving forward, power will be immediately cut off from any establishment found violating regulations, in order to ensure public safety and reduce the risks associated with unlicensed commercial activity in residential areas. The Ministry of Interior reaffirms its commitment to continuing such field campaigns in cooperation with the relevant authorities as part of a comprehensive strategy to curb violations that endanger lives and property.

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KUWAIT CITY, Aug 13: The Commercial Control Department at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry launched intensive inspection campaigns targeting commercial establishments, resulting in the closure of 13 establishments, including beauty salons, used car tyre shops and a café. Director of the department Faisal Al-Ansari stressed that the ministry has never been lenient towards those who violate the regulations and laws. He revealed to the newspaper that inspection teams recorded serious violations, resulting in the closure of five women’s salons that used expired cosmetics and violation reports were issued against them.

He added the inspection teams closed five domestic worker recruitment offices, two used car tyre shops and one café for failure to comply with decisions and regulations. He said the department is keen on pursuing anyone who dares to violate the laws by intensifying inspection campaigns throughout the country; such that inspection campaigns will be carried out in industrial plots in the coming days to monitor the plots belonging to the ministry and take the necessary measures against violators.

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10 expat workers found dead in Ahmadi, alcohol poisoning suspected

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August 13, 2025

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10 expat workers found dead in Ahmadi, alcohol poisoning suspected

Alcohol poisoning suspected in deaths of 10 expatriate workers in Ahmadi.

KUWAIT CITY, Aug 13: A security source revealed to a local daily that 10 expatriate workers were found dead across 10 separate incidents in Ahmadi Governorate. According to the source, initial investigations suggest that alcohol poisoning may be the cause of death in all cases.

The Ministry of Interior is reportedly looking into the circumstances surrounding these deaths, as all the victims were expatriates working in the area. Further details on the investigation are awaited.

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Kuwait Fire Force closes 55 non-compliant shops in Shuwaikh

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August 13, 2025

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Kuwait Fire Force closes 55 non-compliant shops in Shuwaikh

A file photo of a shop being closed in Kuwait due to fire safety violations.

KUWAIT CITY, Aug 13: The General Fire Force (GFF) conducted a thorough inspection campaign in Shuwaikh Industrial Area 2 on Tuesday evening, in collaboration with key government entities, including the Ministry of Commerce, the Public Authority for Industry, and Kuwait Municipality.

The initiative aimed to identify buildings and facilities that were non-compliant with fire safety and prevention regulations.

As a result of the campaign, 55 industrial establishments and shops were administratively closed for failing to meet the required safety standards. In addition, 83 other establishments were issued notices for not adhering to the General Fire Force’s safety guidelines.