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Pakistani Man Detained After 70 AK 47 Bullets Found In Luggage At Kuwait Airport
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KUWAIT CITY, July 2: In a significant security breach narrowly averted, vigilant officers at Kuwait International Airport intercepted a Pakistani passenger attempting to smuggle 70 Kalashnikov bullets out of the country. The incident, which occurred during routine departure procedures, has raised serious concerns over airport security and passenger safety.
According to security sources, the passenger was traveling with his wife and preparing to board a flight to Pakistan when airport staff grew suspicious during a standard baggage check. A more thorough inspection of his luggage led to the alarming discovery of 70 live Kalashnikov rounds concealed inside one of his bags.
Authorities immediately detained the man and referred him to the appropriate investigative departments. A legal case has been registered as officials work to determine his intent and whether the ammunition was linked to any broader criminal activity. The possession and attempted smuggling of such weaponry not only constitutes a grave legal offense but also poses a serious threat to civil aviation safety.
Sources revealed that the suspect may have tried to exploit the typically high volume of passengers to discreetly move the ammunition through security. However, the smuggling attempt was thwarted due to the heightened alertness and strict enforcement of baggage inspection protocols by airport personnel.
“Despite the congestion and rush of travelers, our team remained fully committed to inspection procedures,” a security official stated. “It’s this level of vigilance that prevented a potentially dangerous situation.”
The incident underscores the continuing challenges airport authorities face in preventing the illegal transport of weapons and contraband. Investigations are ongoing to uncover any possible accomplices or underlying motives behind the attempted smuggling.
The suspect remains in custody as legal proceedings continue.
Alcohol poisoning suspected in deaths of 10 expatriate workers in Ahmadi.
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 13: A security source revealed to a local daily that 10 expatriate workers were found dead across 10 separate incidents in Ahmadi Governorate. According to the source, initial investigations suggest that alcohol poisoning may be the cause of death in all cases.
The Ministry of Interior is reportedly looking into the circumstances surrounding these deaths, as all the victims were expatriates working in the area. Further details on the investigation are awaited.
A file photo of a shop being closed in Kuwait due to fire safety violations.
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 13: The General Fire Force (GFF) conducted a thorough inspection campaign in Shuwaikh Industrial Area 2 on Tuesday evening, in collaboration with key government entities, including the Ministry of Commerce, the Public Authority for Industry, and Kuwait Municipality.
The initiative aimed to identify buildings and facilities that were non-compliant with fire safety and prevention regulations.
As a result of the campaign, 55 industrial establishments and shops were administratively closed for failing to meet the required safety standards. In addition, 83 other establishments were issued notices for not adhering to the General Fire Force’s safety guidelines.
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