KUWAIT CITY, May 13: Criminal Investigation Department officers have arrested a Kuwaiti citizen in his thirties while he was attempting to steal a car in the Salwa area. The suspect, who has a known history of drug abuse, was caught during a carefully planned ambush and has since been referred to the Public Prosecution.
According to security sources, the arrest follows a spike in car thefts and robberies in the Salwa and Salmiya areas. After 48 hours of intensive investigation, officers identified the suspect and caught him in the act, with several stolen items in his possession.
During questioning, the accused admitted to stealing from vehicles and robbing individuals, mostly Asian residents, to fund his drug purchases. Authorities have opened further investigations, and legal proceedings are underway.
