KUWAIT CITY, Oct 21: The Department of Public Cleanliness and Road Works in Hawally Governorate concluded its fourth scheduled inspection campaign, organized according to a plan prepared by the Public Relations Management team.

The campaign resulted in the issuance of 44 violations related to the illegal encroachment of roads and pavements, primarily involving the unauthorized use of public space in front of commercial establishments without the required licenses.

The inspections aim to ensure compliance with municipal regulations, maintain public order, and prevent encroachment on public spaces, thereby safeguarding the rights and convenience of residents and pedestrians.

KUWAIT CITY, Oct 20: As part of its ongoing efforts to combat forgery and the abuse of public office, the Criminal Security Sector, through the General Department of Criminal Investigation and specifically the Land Ports Investigations Department, has arrested three civilian employees of the General Department of Land Ports for tampering with the computer system that records travelers’ entry and exit.

The case came to light following information that two employees ( one working in the Immigration Department at Nuwaiseeb Port and the other at the Immigration Department at Salmi Port) exploited their positions to enter incorrect data into the Ministry of Interior’s automated system. They recorded false entry and exit information for two Kuwaiti women, thereby creating a fraudulent record of their presence in the country.

Further investigation, conducted in coordination with the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor, revealed that the two women had been receiving financial assistance unlawfully despite having left Kuwait several months prior. Additionally, the authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia confirmed that the actual entry and exit records did not match the falsified data in the Ministry’s system, thereby confirming the forgery.

Following the issuance of the necessary legal approvals, the first two defendants were arrested at their workplaces. Upon questioning, they confessed to the charges and admitted that a third employee, also stationed in the Immigration Department at the Salmi Port, had assisted in manipulating the automated system. The third employee was immediately apprehended, and legal measures were taken against all three individuals, who have been referred to the competent authorities for further action.

The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed its strict stance, emphasizing that the law applies to everyone without exception. The Ministry underscored that it will not tolerate any misuse of authority or violation of job duties and will continue its rigorous pursuit of anyone attempting to compromise or tamper with official systems.

KUWAIT CITY, Oct 19: As part of their ongoing commitment to maintain public safety, law enforcement authorities in Kuwait have intensified operations across all governorates, achieving significant results in both security and traffic management.

The General Department of Rescue Police, under the Traffic and Operations Sector, reported the arrest of 100 wanted individuals, including those sought for criminal offenses, absconding cases, and residency-related violations. Authorities also seized 51 vehicles linked to judicial warrants and apprehended 24 individuals without proper identification. Rescue teams intervened to break up 13 quarrels, handled 206 traffic accidents, and responded to four pedestrian run-over cases and two reports of suspicious activity. Meanwhile, traffic patrols recorded 4,016 various traffic violations during the campaign period.

In parallel, the Traffic Affairs and Operations Sector conducted intensive campaigns to enforce traffic laws, resulting in 37,263 traffic violations being recorded. During these operations, authorities seized 99 vehicles and 43 motorcycles for violating traffic regulations. The campaigns led to the arrest of 91 individuals with expired residency, 25 without identification documents, and 35 wanted persons for legal or absconding cases. Additionally, 62 vehicles linked to judicial warrants were impounded, two individuals were arrested for abnormal behavior, two were referred to the Anti-Narcotics Department, and nine street vendors were apprehended. Traffic patrols also responded to 3,507 reports, including 238 accidents involving injuries and 1,477 collision incidents.

Both departments emphasized their dedication to professional, disciplined enforcement and reaffirmed their commitment to protecting lives and property, maintaining traffic discipline, and ensuring security and stability across the State of Kuwait.