KUWAIT CITY, May 31: In a unique security operation, the Drug Control General Department (DCGD) in the Ministry of Interior dealt a severe blow to a wanted person with a drug record in Al-Qurain. Anti-Narcotics officers arrested the accused at his home, with three firearms and an undisclosed quantity of bullets in his possession, following a confrontation that included an exchange of gunfire between the accused and detectives. A security source told the newspaper that DCGD received information that a citizen with a drug record possessed firearms at his home in Al-Qurain.

“A security team was formed to carry out the operation. Upon arrival at the home of the accused, the officers cordoned off the house in preparation for his arrest. The security personnel were surprised when the suspect fired at them, necessitating an immediate response to control the situation and protect the lives of the officers. The exchange of fire continued for some time, until the officers completely controlled the situation and apprehended the suspect,” the source narrated.

During the operation, the officers found three firearms and an undisclosed quantity of bullets. The suspect is considered a dangerous individual, as he was previously arrested in cases related to the possession and distribution of narcotics and psychotropic pills. He was released from prison recently, but continued his criminal activities. It was discovered that the suspect owns a farm in Wafra, and he had been using his home in Al-Qurain as a safe haven. This successful security operation was carried out under the direct supervision of Assistant Undersecretary for Criminal Security Affairs Major General Hamed Al-Dawas; and with close follow-up by Director General of the DCGD Brigadier General Mohammed Qabazard and his deputy, Brigadier General Sheikh Hamad Al-Yousef. A large number of Public Security and Emergency personnel also participated in the operation.

Meanwhile, the Ministry of Interior announced that the Drug Control General Department (DCGD) has arrested an Indian national following a security operation that led to the seizure of quantities of drugs and intoxicants intended for distribution (Above Video). The ministry stated that the arrest followed field investigations and continuous monitoring of the suspect’s movements, which culminated in his capture in Salwa. Authorities found approximately eight kilograms of heroin and two kilograms of shabu in his possession, along with two precision scales used for drug preparation and distribution. The suspect reportedly confessed to receiving instructions from partners abroad to distribute the drugs in Kuwait. He has been referred to the Drug Prosecution, along with the seized items, for further legal action.

By Munif Naif
Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff

KUWAIT CITY, May 31: As part of the Ministry of Interior’s continued efforts to combat unlawful practices and safeguard public health, the Criminal Security Sector, represented by the Investigations Department in Farwaniya Governorate and the Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh Investigations Unit, has arrested an Indian national for illegally practicing medicine.

The arrest came during a crackdown on illicit activities in the Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh area. Investigators discovered that the woman, officially registered as a “housewife,” was operating an unlicensed clinic and treating patients without legal authorization. She was apprehended while examining a child.

A search of the premises uncovered a cache of medical supplies, including a blood pressure monitor, stethoscope, assorted medications, and infant formula distributed exclusively by the Ministry of Health. Authorities also found capsules containing so-called “folk remedies” prepared by the suspect and dispensed without any medical oversight.

During interrogation, the woman admitted to practicing medicine without any formal medical qualifications or a license from the relevant authorities. She also confessed to importing some of the medications from abroad and purchasing others from local pharmacies.

The accused has been referred to the appropriate legal authorities for further action.

Kuwait firefighting teams at the scene of an apartment fire in Abu Halifa.

KUWAIT CITY, May 31: Firefighting teams from the Mangaf and Fahaheel stations successfully contained a fire that broke out in an apartment within a building in the Abu Halifa area on Friday evening. The blaze was caused by an explosion resulting from a cooking gas leak. One person was injured in the incident and was handed over to the relevant authorities for necessary action.