Politics

Kabd Detectives Bust Conman Who Posed As Government Insider

Published

2 months ago

May 27, 2025

admin

KUWAIT CITY, May 27: In a dramatic takedown, Kabd detectives arrested a retired man hiding out in a stable after uncovering his elaborate fraud scheme that duped multiple citizens out of nearly KD 90,000. The suspect, a man in his fifties, had altered his appearance by growing a beard and wearing glasses in an attempt to evade capture.

According to a security source, complaints poured in from multiple areas, with victims reporting that the man posed as a well-connected individual capable of fast-tracking complex government transactions. Witnesses said he would accompany them to government offices, where he confidently greeted employees, creating the illusion of influence and access.

Victims reported losing between KD 20,000 and KD 30,000 each, with the suspect eventually stalling on promises and disappearing altogether—his phone switched off and his whereabouts unknown. Investigators discovered that the man had retired from the same institution he used to impress his victims about 18 months prior.

Acting on a tip, detectives tracked him to a stable in the Kabd area, where he had been hiding while attempting to secure a parliamentary protection order. Upon arrest and during interrogation, the suspect confessed to orchestrating the scam. His method involved taking victims to his former workplace, asking them to wait while he greeted former colleagues, and then falsely assuring the victims that their affairs were being handled. He would then collect large sums of money from them under the pretense of “handling” their paperwork.

The case has been referred to the Public Prosecution, and further investigations are underway to identify additional victims.

Related Topics:Bust Conman Detectives Government Insider Kabd Posed

Up Next

Education Officials, Teacher Jailed For Leaking Exams On Social Media

Don't Miss

General Fire Force Cracks Down on Non-Compliant Facilities in Jahra

Click to comment

Politics

Six Fire Teams Battle Kabd Warehouse Inferno

Published

2 hours ago

July 22, 2025

admin

KUWAIT CITY, July 22: Six firefighting teams swiftly responded to a massive blaze that broke out at a warehouse on a farm in the Kabd area Tuesday afternoon. Thanks to their coordinated efforts, the fire was brought under control and fully contained, preventing further spread and damage. Authorities confirmed that no major injuries were reported in the incident.

Politics

Expat In His Forties Found Hanging In Hawally Building

Published

3 hours ago

July 22, 2025

admin

KUWAIT CITY, July 23: An expatriate man in his forties was found dead on Monday morning in what appears to be a case of suicide by hanging in a residential building in the Hawally area.

According to the Ministry of Interior, a building guard in Block 1 of Hawally reported discovering an unconscious man on the staircase. Police and emergency medical teams immediately responded to the scene, where they confirmed the man had died after hanging himself using a rope tied to the stair railing.

Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Politics

Kuwait court frees Kuwaiti man peddling in arms

Published

8 hours ago

July 22, 2025

admin

KUWAIT CITY, July 22: The Criminal Court, headed by Counselor Nasser Al-Badr, released on bail of KD500 a citizen — one of 13 individuals under trial for trafficking in unlicensed firearms and ammunition, in addition to money laundering. The hearing was postponed until Sept 15 to summon the incident officer. Attorney Dhari Al-Tararwa, who appeared in court on behalf of the citizen, presented comprehensive legal arguments. He requested his client’s release, asserting that there are no justifications for the pretrial detention and that there is no danger in releasing the accused. The court granted the request.

The Public Prosecution charged the defendants with possession of various firearms, like pistols and Kalashnikov machine guns, and unlicensed ammunition for trafficking, as well as money laundering, in which the money involved is estimated at thousands of Kuwaiti dinars proven to have been obtained through illegal activities. Case files indicate that the defendants’ roles varied, some were involved in the possession and trafficking of firearms, while others assisted and participated in the agreement and planning. The case documents include details regarding communications, weapons distribution, and methods of transferring funds.

By Jaber Al-Hamoud
Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff