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13 arrested for residency violations in Khaitan security sweep

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13 arrested for residency violations in Khaitan security sweep

A file photo from a previous security campaign by Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior in the Khaitan area.

KUWAIT CITY, April 26: The Ministry of Interior on Friday launched a comprehensive security, traffic, and public awareness campaign in the Khaitan area, following directives from Acting Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Al-Sabah.

The operation involved multiple field units from the Ministry, including the General Traffic Department, the General Department of Emergency Police, the Central General Department of Operations, and the Public Security Affairs Sector.

According to the Ministry’s statement, the campaign led to the referral of two individuals to the Anti-Narcotics Department, the arrest of four others, and the detention of five individuals with outstanding absence notices. Additionally, 13 individuals were arrested for residency violations.

Authorities also impounded two vehicles—one for committing serious traffic violations and another wanted by judicial authorities. A total of 184 traffic violations were recorded during the operation.

As part of the public awareness effort, 4,000 brochures on traffic laws and regulations were distributed to residents and motorists in the area.

The Ministry affirmed that such campaigns aim to uphold law and order, enhance road safety, and raise public awareness regarding legal and traffic-related responsibilities.

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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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Quick Response Prevents Major Damage in South Saad Al-Abdullah Factory Fire

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KUWAIT CITY, Oct 17: Firefighting teams from Al-Tahrir and Al-Jahra Al-Haraf centers successfully brought under control a fire that broke out on Friday afternoon in a tank containing petroleum derivatives at a concrete and asphalt factory in South Saad Al-Abdullah City.

The teams quickly responded to the incident, worked to extinguish the flames, and prevented the fire from spreading to nearby areas. Thanks to their prompt action, the blaze was contained without any significant injuries reported.

Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire.

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