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Court Clears Expat Woman of Forgery and Embezzlement Charges

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22 hours ago

May 27, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, May 27: The Criminal Section in the Court of First Instance acquitted an expatriate woman of forging official documents and embezzlement of public funds (social allowances) that occurred 16 years ago. The woman and her former husband were accused of forging official documents with the intention of fraudulently presenting them as genuine. They allegedly concealed their true marital status, provided false information to officials, and signed declarations affirming the accuracy of this false information.

The Public Prosecution contended that they took advantage of the trust of employees responsible for processing such transactions by dictating fabricated details. They presented a divorce certificate and an official notification certificate, misleading officials into believing the ex-husband still had legal standing; thereby, enabling them to obtain social assistance using the altered documents.

Furthermore, the prosecution argued that the defendants used official documents that were no longer legally valid; specifically, the divorce contract and the official notification certificate. The woman allegedly submitted these expired documents to misrepresent her marital status, as their validity lapsed due to her remarriage and her failure to disclose this to continue receiving benefits from the Ministry of Social Affairs. The ex-husband purportedly knowingly participated, intending to give the false impression that the documents were still legally in force. Attorney Enaam Haider, lawyer for the defendant, argued that the essential elements of forgery and the use of legally invalid documents were not present. She asserted that the investigations were superficial, inconsistent and without merit and that the documents lacked definitive proof of any crime.

By Jaber Al-Hamoud Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff

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Inspection Campaign Targets Illegal Garages and Vehicles in Shuwaikh

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3 hours ago

May 28, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, May 28: A coordinated traffic and inspection campaign was launched in the Shuwaikh Industrial Area, targeting workshops, garages, and vehicles found in violation of existing laws and regulations.

The joint operation involved the Technical Inspection Department, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and Kuwait Municipality. The campaign aimed to ensure compliance with safety, commercial, and municipal standards across industrial facilities and automotive businesses operating in the area.

Authorities carried out comprehensive checks on vehicle conditions, business licenses, and adherence to environmental and cleanliness guidelines. The move is part of ongoing efforts to uphold public safety, enhance regulatory enforcement, and maintain order in Kuwait’s key industrial zones. Officials confirmed that legal action will be taken against all violators, and similar campaigns are planned for other high-density commercial areas in the near future.

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12 Abandoned Vehicles Removed As Kuwait Cracks Down On Violations

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5 hours ago

May 28, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, May 28: The Kuwait Municipality has announced that its field cleaning teams are intensifying inspection tours across all governorates to enforce cleanliness and municipal road occupation regulations. The initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance oversight and ensure compliance with municipal laws.

Faisal Al-Otaibi, Director of the Public Cleanliness and Road Occupations Department at the Capital Municipality branch, stated that the primary objective of these field campaigns is to identify and penalize violators. During recent inspections, his team successfully removed 12 abandoned and scrap vehicles from the Shuwaikh Industrial Area, which were then transferred to municipal custody.

Al-Otaibi emphasized that these inspection tours will continue without interruption and confirmed that the department will not hesitate to take full legal action against anyone found in violation of public cleanliness and road occupation laws.

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Firefighting teams contain house fire in Al-Sabahiyah area

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7 hours ago

May 28, 2025

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Firefighting teams contain house fire in Al-Sabahiyah area

The aftermath of the house fire in the Al-Sabahiyah area.

KUWAIT CITY, May 28: Firefighting teams from Al-Mangaf and Al-Ahmadi stations successfully brought a house fire under control on Tuesday evening in the Al-Sabahiyah area. The teams quickly responded and extinguished the blaze without any reported injuries.