Politics
High-Speed Chase Ends in Arrest of Armed, Drug-Carrying Suspect
KUWAIT CITY, May 25: Officers from the West Abdullah Al-Mubarak Police Station have referred a man in his thirties to the Criminal Security Sector for investigation after he was found in possession of pepper spray and an electric taser. Authorities are looking into whether these items were intended for use in crimes such as robbery or theft by force.
Following the preliminary investigation, the suspect will be handed over to the General Department for Drug Control to determine the origin of the narcotics found in his possession and whether they were intended for personal use or trafficking. He is also wanted in connection with two other cases—threatening to kill and breach of trust—and will be referred to the respective police stations handling those cases.
According to a security source, a patrol team from the West Abdullah Al-Mubarak station noticed a vehicle violating traffic laws during a routine patrol. When officers signaled for the driver to stop, he refused and fled at high speed. Additional units were called in, and a roadblock was set up to intercept the vehicle. The suspect eventually stopped the car and attempted to escape on foot but was apprehended after a brief chase.
A background check revealed that the individual was already wanted for serious criminal charges. A search of his vehicle uncovered pepper spray, an electric taser, multiple types of narcotics, and drug paraphernalia.
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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