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Fake News Kingpin Arrested in Kuwait
Sultan Abdul Latif Wahid Al-Fares
KUWAIT CITY, April 28: The Criminal Security Affairs Sector, represented by the General Department of Criminal Investigation (Cybercrime Combating Department) and the Hawalli Governorate Investigations Department, successfully apprehended a Kuwaiti citizen, Sultan Abdul Latif Wahid Al-Fares. His arrest followed confidential reports implicating him in the management of 16 fake social media accounts, which he allegedly used to spread false rumors, defame numerous citizens, and profit financially from these activities.
Upon receiving the intelligence, specialized security teams promptly launched a thorough investigation. They successfully identified the suspect, closely monitored his daily movements, and tracked his place of residence and modes of transportation. After securing the necessary authorization from the Public Prosecution, authorities coordinated with a shopping mall’s management team to arrest him while he was accompanied by two friends.
During the interrogation, Al-Fares confessed to operating multiple fake accounts to disseminate fabricated news, malicious rumors, and defamatory content targeting various citizens. A search of his possessions led to the seizure of several mobile phones used to manage these accounts. A subsequent search of his residence uncovered additional mobile devices, a quantity of narcotic and psychotropic substances, and bottles of imported alcoholic beverages.
Further investigations revealed that Al-Fares had collaborated with Nawaf Fahad Saleh Al-Badr, a national of Antigua and Barbados currently residing in Turkey. Together, they managed the fake accounts and shared the financial proceeds from these illegal activities. It was also discovered that Al-Fares had previously been convicted and sentenced to three years in prison in Case No. 2016/511 Criminal Investigations, on charges related to issuing threats.
The fake accounts operated by Al-Fares included: Al-Burhan, Amiri Decree, The Deep State, Shaheen Al-Rasmi, Celebrity Executioner, Shaheen, Zagran Al-Asli, Fahad Al-Enezi, Kuwait Network, Bader Al-Sabah, Dharar, Al-Fares, Kuwait Alyom, Naseqo, Mukhtar, and Sahkkw.
The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to combating criminal activities that threaten the nation’s security and stability. It emphasized that it will take decisive legal action against anyone found engaging in activities that disrupt public order, referring them to the Public Prosecution for appropriate legal penalties.
Additionally, the Ministry urged citizens to exercise caution and verify information obtained through social media, warning against the dangers of spreading or believing unverified rumors. It stressed that safeguarding the security and stability of society remains a top priority, and all necessary efforts will be made to protect the community.
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.
Kuwait firefighting team tackles vehicle fire on the Jahra Road.
KUWAIT CITY, July 1: Firefighting teams from the Shuwaikh Industrial Fire Station responded Tuesday morning to a collision and fire involving two vehicles on Jahra Road in the Shuwaikh area.
The incident resulted in injuries to three individuals. Emergency teams swiftly managed the situation, and the injured were handed over to medical emergency services for treatment.
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