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‘Fake News’ Lands Activist Behind Bars For 3 Years

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KUWAIT CITY, July 28: The Criminal Court, presided over by Counselor Nayef Al-Dahoum, sentenced an activist involved in the “Bedoun” case, identified only as “MB,” to three years in prison with hard labor, followed by deportation after serving his sentence, on charges of broadcasting false news.

In its ruling, the court emphasized that disseminating news, especially content that damages the prestige and reputation of the state, requires careful verification and investigation. However, the defendant was found to have exceeded these limits by publishing material intended to incite public opinion against Kuwait.

The court noted that the defendant claimed he had no evidence of the work carried out by the Central Agency for Stateless (Bedoun), expecting state agencies to provide him with reports and updates on demand. Yet, his defense relied solely on unsubstantiated and scattered allegations, which the court said were based on distorted perceptions rather than facts. These claims led to unjust conclusions that contradicted Kuwait’s established commitment to human rights, ultimately undermining the state’s prestige and reputation.

The court further asserted that the accused’s actions were not aimed at reform but rather amounted to sedition and the promotion of widespread corruption. As such, it was justified in convicting him and imposing a single sentence—the harsher penalty for the more serious charge.

Regarding the defendant’s plea for leniency, the court rejected the request, citing his criminal record, which showed previous convictions where leniency had been granted but failed to deter him from repeating offenses.

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Six Asians Arrested in Abdali for Running a Liquor Factory in the Desert

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KUWAIT CITY, Oct 13: Security personnel and detectives from Abdali conducted a successful raid on an illegal liquor factory located in a remote desert area of Abdali, arresting six Asian nationals who were operating the facility.

According to a security source, the operation followed a period of close surveillance and investigation after authorities received information about the illicit activity. During the raid, officers discovered a large number of barrels used in the distillation process, along with various tools, equipment, and materials used in the production of alcohol. Additionally, numerous bottles of locally made liquor, already filled and prepared for sale, were seized from the site.

Upon interrogation, the six arrested individuals reportedly confessed to manufacturing the liquor and distributing it for sale. Both the suspects and the confiscated materials have been referred to the relevant authorities for further legal action.

It is worth noting that in August, the Ministry of Interior arrested 67 individuals linked to the production and sale of locally made alcoholic beverages during raids on ten illegal factories — six dedicated to manufacturing and four operating within residential and industrial areas.

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61-Year-Old Arab Expat Found Dead Inside Workplace

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KUWAIT CITY, Oct 13: A 61-year-old Arab expatriate was found dead last night after reportedly committing suicide by hanging himself with a rope inside his workplace in the Al-Mutlaa area. A Kuwaiti citizen alerted the Ministry of Interior’s Operations Room after discovering the body. Upon receiving the report, security personnel, detectives, forensic experts, and the Deputy Public Prosecutor immediately rushed to the scene. The Deputy Public Prosecutor ordered the removal of the body and its referral to the Forensic Medicine Department for examination. He also instructed security officers to register the case as a “suicide” and directed detectives to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident.

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Hearing put off in wife murder case

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KUWAIT CITY, Oct 13: The Criminal Court adjourned to October 27 the case filed against a citizen who is accused of murdering his wife in Mutla’a desert on the first day of Eid al-Fitr. According to the case files, the defendant lured his wife to a remote area in Mutla’a and deliberately ran her over with his vehicle, causing her immediate death. Security forces arrested the defendant a few hours after the crime. He was referred to the Criminal Court after the Public Prosecution completed its investigation and charged him with deliberate and premeditated murder.

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

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