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Two African Expats Arrested in Kuwait for Circulating Fake USD Bills

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KUWAIT CITY, April 21: The Ministry of Interior announced on Monday that it have arrested two African nationals involved in fraudulent activities. In a press statement, the ministry stated that investigations revealed the suspects were offering counterfeit USD 100 bills at half their actual value, exploiting victims by promoting the idea that these fake bills could be exchanged for Kuwaiti Dinars to gain fictitious profits. It added that a well-planned operation led to the suspects being caught red-handed, in possession of evidence proving their involvement.

Legal procedures are currently being completed in preparation for referring them to the competent authorities. The Ministry affirmed its continued pursuit of anyone attempting to undermine security and urged everyone to remain vigilant and not fall victim to fraudulent schemes aimed at achieving illegal gains. (KUNA)

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Timely Action Prevents Casualties in Al-Wafra Warehouse Fire

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KUWAIT CITY, July 1: This Tuesday afternoon, firefighting teams from the Al-Wafra and Al-Nuwaiseeb stations successfully contained a fire that broke out in a wood warehouse on a farm in the Al-Wafra area. The blaze was brought under control without any reported injuries.

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Kuwaiti Convicted Of Using a Fake High School Diploma To Secure Govt Job

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KUWAIT CITY, July 1: The Court of Cassation has sentenced a Kuwaiti citizen employed by a government public sector to seven years in prison and fined him KD 143,000 after finding him guilty of forging an academic certificate and unlawfully receiving public funds.

The case involved the defendant submitting a forged high school diploma, allegedly issued by a school in a Gulf country, which he used to obtain employment in the public sector. Authorities later discovered the forgery, leading to his referral to trial and subsequent conviction for document falsification and receiving salaries without legal entitlement.

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Visa Fraud Gang Busted In Kuwait; International Network Exposed

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KUWAIT CITY, July 1: As part of its ongoing campaign to combat organized crime and enforce residency and labor laws, Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior, through the Nationality and Residency Affairs Sector and the General Department of Residency Investigations, has arrested a gang involved in large-scale document forgery aimed at securing travel visas to various European countries.

Investigations carried out in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs uncovered the gang’s fraudulent methods, which included altering job titles, falsifying employer information, and manipulating work permits, salary details, bank statements, and other official documents to meet visa requirements set by European embassies.

Initial findings also revealed the involvement of an Egyptian national operating a social media account from abroad, who promoted these illegal services and targeted individuals seeking to immigrate illegally. Authorities apprehended several gang members within Kuwait and seized electronic devices and forged documents used in their operations. The suspects and confiscated materials have been referred to the relevant authorities for legal action.

In line with international security cooperation, Kuwait coordinated immediately with authorities in the Arab Republic of Egypt, leading to the arrest of the remaining gang members abroad. Further legal procedures are currently underway.

The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed its commitment to upholding national security and enforcing the law, warning that it will continue to take firm action against anyone involved in such criminal activities. The Ministry also urged the public to comply with all laws and regulations.

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