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Kuwait Crackdown: 402 Arrested and 16,209 Violations Registered
A file photo of a traffic campaign in Kuwait.
KUWAIT CITY, May 25: The General Traffic Department reported recording 16,209 traffic violations during recent traffic campaigns across various governorates. As part of these efforts, 32 reckless drivers were placed in precautionary detention, and 36 juveniles were referred to the Juvenile Prosecution. Additionally, 36 vehicles were impounded due to serious traffic violations.
Other arrests included 2 individuals for possession of suspected narcotic substances, 3 individuals in an abnormal condition, 76 for expired residency, 1 for violating residency laws, 3 without proof of identity, and 1 street vendor. Authorities also apprehended 38 individuals wanted for arrest or absentee warrants, and flagged 142 vehicles for issues including judicial detention, theft, and hit-and-run cases. All individuals, vehicles, and seized items were referred to the appropriate authorities for legal action.
Between May 17 and May 23, 2025, the Operations Department received 2,790 traffic-related reports, which included 172 injury-causing collisions and 1,237 minor accidents.
Meanwhile, the General Department of Emergency Police carried out extensive enforcement actions. During the period from May 18 to 24, 2025, they referred 32 individuals to the General Department for Combating Narcotics and arrested 402 individuals on charges ranging from criminal convictions and absconding to expired residency and outstanding warrants. An additional 104 people were detained for lack of identification, and 23 wanted vehicles were seized.
Emergency police patrols also responded to 736 calls for assistance, resolved 6 fights, handled 154 traffic accidents, and dealt with 4 pedestrian run-over incidents. In total, 4,633 traffic violations were recorded, and 2 vehicles were placed in the impound lot. The total number of security operations conducted by emergency patrols during the week reached 2,322.
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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