Specialized team observes traffic violations through social media and surveillance cameras.

KUWAIT CITY, Sept 15: A source in the General Traffic Department confirmed that a specialized team is actively monitoring traffic law violations appearing on social media platforms, in addition to those recorded by surveillance cameras installed on public roads.

The source explained that the monitoring team identifies vehicles involved in violations, summons their owners, and refers them to the impound garage while issuing traffic citations. In cases where the vehicle owner fails to appear voluntarily, the matter is referred to the Traffic Investigation Unit to take the necessary legal measures.

The source added that any individual accused of a violation has the right to review the footage or evidence — whether it was shared on social media or recorded by surveillance cameras.

The source further noted that during the past week, eight vehicles were documented as recklessly violating traffic regulations. Among these cases was one in which a driver deliberately harassed another motorist by closely tailing the vehicle, then overtaking and driving at an extremely slow speed in front of it, obstructing traffic and endangering both drivers. Another incident involved a driver swerving against the flow of traffic on a highway.

KUWAIT CITY, Sep 14: An unidentified man died after being run over in the Al-Qasr area of Jahra Governorate. His body was transferred to the Department of Forensic Medicine, and a case has been registered.

The accident occurred while the victim was crossing the road, turning an ordinary moment into a fatal tragedy. According to a security source, the Ministry of Interior’s operations room received a report of the incident, after which security teams and emergency medical personnel rushed to the scene.

KUWAIT CITY, Sep 14: The Commercial Control Department at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry has confiscated 381 counterfeit goods during an inspection campaign in Farwaniya Governorate.

Faisal Al Ansari, Director of the Ministry’s Commercial Control Department, stated that the seizure is part of ongoing Ministry efforts to apprehend violators and maintain strict enforcement, with inspection teams operating around the clock.

The confiscated items included counterfeit watches, wallets, women’s handbags, and hats imitating well-known international brands, Al Ansari added.

He emphasized that the Ministry continues its field campaigns to monitor all forms of commercial violations. This includes ensuring fair pricing, preventing artificial price increases, verifying product quality, confirming the country of origin, and enforcing all applicable regulations governing commercial activities.

Al Ansari reiterated the Ministry’s commitment to protecting consumers and ensuring that the market operates in accordance with Kuwaiti laws and standards.