KUWAIT CITY, Aug 7: As part of ongoing efforts by the Criminal Security Sector to combat the menace of drug trafficking, the General Department for Drug Control has successfully dismantled a criminal gang operating in the Hawalli and Salmiya areas. Following extensive surveillance and intelligence gathering, authorities confirmed the group’s involvement in the possession and distribution of narcotic and psychotropic substances.
The operation led to the arrest of two Egyptian nationals, Atef Sobhi Tawfiq Rustum and Hamada Al-Sayed Al-Damrawi Juma. Investigations also revealed the involvement of a Kuwaiti citizen, Abdulrahman Talq Al-Otaibi, who is currently outside the country. Efforts are underway to complete investigations into his role in the case.
Authorities seized approximately 30 kilograms of marijuana, 500 grams of crystal meth, 150 grams of opium, 50 grams of chemical substances, 10 grams of heroin, five methadone tablets, and three sensitive electronic scales.
Legal procedures have been initiated, and the arrested suspects have been referred to the competent authorities for further action.
The Ministry of Interior reiterated its commitment to combating all forms of drug trafficking and pursuing offenders to safeguard the security and well-being of society.
