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Kuwait Prisoner Ran a Multi-Million Dinar Drug Empire from Prison

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2 days ago

July 31, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, July 31: In a major operation, Kuwait’s Criminal Security Sector, represented by the General Department for Drug Control (GDDC), dismantled what officials described as the largest international drug trafficking network operating in the country, responsible for smuggling and distributing psychotropic substances, particularly the pharmaceutical drug Lyrica.

Investigators revealed that the alleged ringleader, Muhammad Hamza Abbas Al-Muhamid, a Kuwaiti national, orchestrated the operation from inside the Central Prison, where he is currently serving time for previous drug-related offenses and has multiple judicial rulings against him.

The case came to light after authorities began tracking the movements of Rashid Shihab Rashid (Farhan), a suspected accomplice (Bedoun/ Stateless)operating outside prison. He was caught selling psychotropic pills to an undercover agent. Further investigations led authorities to a stable in the Kabd area, used as a storage site. The location had been rented under the name of Ali Khalifa Ghayath Omair Al-Dhafiri for KD 600 per month.

During the arrest operation, the suspect violently resisted, damaging several police vehicles. A search of the premises uncovered large quantities of Lyrica capsules and powder, as well as packaging tools used in preparing the drugs for distribution.

Following the seizure, Al-Muhamid was transferred from prison for questioning, where he admitted to coordinating a large drug shipment from an Asian country via air freight. Working with the General Administration of Customs, drug control officers raided the cargo area and intercepted seven large boxes packed with Lyrica capsules.

In total, authorities confiscated an estimated 800,000 capsules of psychotropic substances along with powdered Lyrica, valued at several million Kuwaiti dinars on the black market.

The General Department for Drug Control reaffirmed its commitment to cracking down on drug trafficking and hailed the operation as a major blow to international drug syndicates. Officials emphasized that anti-narcotics personnel would continue to serve as a formidable line of defense against the spread of illicit drugs in the country.

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Kuwaiti Fashion Influencer Jailed In Bahrain For Posting Indecent Videos

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3 hours ago

August 2, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, Aug 2: A Kuwaiti fashion influencer (ZA)has been sentenced to one year in prison and fined BD200 after being found guilty of sharing indecent videos on social media, according to a statement from the Public Prosecution.

The Minor Criminal Court delivered its verdict in person, ordering the confiscation of the influencer’s mobile phones and ruling that she be permanently deported upon completion of her sentence.

The case surfaced after the Cybercrime Directorate at the Ministry of Interior filed a report highlighting a publicly accessible social media account that featured videos of the woman in suggestive and inappropriate poses. Prosecutors argued that the content violated public decency laws and clashed with Kuwait’s cultural norms.

A warrant was issued for her arrest, and investigators later detained her. During questioning, the woman admitted the footage was hers. Her phone was confiscated as evidence, and she remained in custody throughout the investigation until the court delivered its final ruling.

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Radar Crackdown In Kuwait: 225 Violations As Teen Drivers And Wanted Criminals Caught

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12 hours ago

August 1, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, Aug 1: The Ministry of Interior stated that a traffic enforcement campaign using mobile radar devices on the Mutlaa Residential City Road resulted in 225 traffic violations and the arrest of eight individuals, including wanted persons.

In a press release issued by the General Department of Public Relations and Security Media, the ministry stated that five juveniles were arrested for driving without a license. One individual wanted on arrest warrants was apprehended, while two others were placed in precautionary detention. Additionally, seven vehicles were impounded due to traffic violations.

The ministry emphasized that the campaign was part of its ongoing efforts to apprehend violators and enforce the law equally and without exception. Daily traffic campaigns are being conducted across all governorates, with a focus on areas experiencing heavy traffic or frequent serious violations.

Authorities stressed that there will be zero tolerance for individuals who endanger their own lives and the lives of others on the road. The ministry urged all drivers to strictly follow traffic laws, pay attention to warning signals and signs, and contribute to a safer driving environment.

The primary goal of these campaigns, the ministry concluded, is prevention—fostering a culture of legal compliance, responsibility, and respect for road safety regulations.

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Kuwait Cracks Down on Illegal Trawling During Shrimp Ban

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August 1, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, Aug 1: The Public Authority for Agriculture Affairs and Fish Resources announced that its inspection teams have seized several fishing vessels found using trawling methods within Kuwait’s territorial waters—a clear violation of Resolution No. 1094/2024, which governs fishing seasons.

The Authority confirmed that legal action was immediately taken against the violators. It emphasized the importance of complying with seasonal fishing regulations to ensure the sustainability of fish stocks and the protection of marine resources.