A file photo of crystal methamphetamine seized by Kuwaiti Customs officials.

KUWAIT CITY, Sept 24:  Kuwaiti Customs officials successfully intercepted an attempt to smuggle more than 10 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine concealed inside bags of animal feed on a ship arriving at Doha Port.

The General Administration of Customs announced Wednesday that after thorough inspection and verification of the entire shipment — comprising 216 tons of fodder — they uncovered approximately 10.724 kilograms of crystal meth hidden within the cargo. Authorities confirmed the vessel carried no other prohibited items.

Following the discovery, the ship was immediately detained, and all necessary legal procedures were promptly initiated. The seized narcotics were handed over to the relevant authorities for further action.

In a statement, the General Administration of Customs affirmed its ongoing commitment to implementing the Ministry of Interior’s directives. The statement emphasized intensified efforts to combat smuggling attempts and safeguard Kuwait’s security and stability from any threats.

Customs officers thwart a crystal meth smuggling plot at Kuwait’s Doha Port.

KUWAIT CITY, Sep 24: The Criminal Court, presided over by Counselor Khaled Al-Omara, has issued a verdict against a Filipino domestic worker accused of murdering a young Kuwaiti child. The court found her guilty of placing the child inside a washing machine and operating it, leading to his death.

The tragic incident took place in late December at the family’s residence in the Sabah Al-Salem suburb. According to case details, the parents lost track of their two-year-old son before the father discovered that the laundry room door on the rooftop was locked. Upon forcing the door open, he was horrified to find his son lying motionless inside the washing machine. The father immediately attempted to save the child by rushing him to the hospital; however, medical staff confirmed that the boy had already passed away.

During earlier hearings, the court confronted the defendant with the charge of murder. She denied committing the act, instead claiming that she had found the child drowned in a bucket of water. Despite her denial, the court reviewed the case evidence, witness testimony, and the findings of the Public Prosecution.

The Public Prosecution had strongly urged the Criminal Court to impose the death penalty, arguing that the crime was deliberate and constituted premeditated murder. Prosecutors emphasized that the act was not only a grave violation of human life but also a heinous crime that required the most severe punishment as a deterrent, to protect societal values, uphold justice, and reinforce public safety.

The court has now handed down its judgment, bringing closure to a case that shocked the nation and sparked wide public outrage.

KUWAIT CITY, Sep 23: Kuwait’s General Department of Rescue Police successfully managed a potentially dangerous situation involving a vehicle whose speed control system had malfunctioned on Al-Subiya Road, heading toward Jahra.

The Traffic and Operations Sector reported that officers received an urgent alert about the vehicle, which was unable to slow down due to a technical failure. Rescue Police patrols immediately mobilized and monitored the car closely to ensure the safety of both the driver and other road users.

Through careful coordination and swift action, the officers were able to bring the vehicle to a stop in a safe location without causing any injuries or property damage.

Authorities highlighted that the incident demonstrates the high level of preparedness, professionalism, and rapid response capabilities of security personnel. Their decisive intervention prevented a potentially serious accident, safeguarding both lives and property on the road.