KUWAIT CITY, Sep 18: Hawally detectives have referred two expatriates for deportation after discovering that they were begging in Mishref under false pretenses, including claiming that one of them was suffering from cancer. Security authorities also found forged medical reports and money in their possession, according to official sources.
A security source reported that the Ministry of Interior’s operations room had received multiple complaints regarding two individuals who were frequently seen begging in Mishref while wearing the national dress. Witnesses reported that one of the men claimed to be battling cancer and was unable to afford treatment, prompting further investigation.
“Immediately, a detective patrol was dispatched to Mishref,” the source said. “The individuals were monitored and searched. During the operation, detectives discovered forged medical reports and a sum of money, which the suspects admitted was collected from begging. They also acknowledged that they habitually begged in private residential areas to solicit donations from residents.”
Authorities confirmed that the two expatriates would be referred for administrative deportation in accordance with Kuwaiti law governing fraudulent claims and begging.
