Kuwait's War on Drugs Continues: Dozens Caught in Latest Sweep
KUWAIT CITY, April 11: As part of the Ministry of Interior's ongoing security initiatives and intensive operations, the General Department for Combating Narcotics, under the Criminal Security Sector, has executed a series of coordinated security campaigns targeting drug smugglers and dealers. These efforts are part of a comprehensive strategy aimed at protecting society from the devastating impact of drug-related crimes.
Field teams successfully carried out multiple simultaneous operations across various regions, resulting in the arrest of 30 individuals of various nationalities. The arrested suspects include:
- 14 Kuwaiti citizens
- 5 Bedouns
- 7 Bangladeshis
- 2 Indians
- 1 Saudi
- 1 Iranian
The operations also led to the seizure of significant quantities of narcotic and psychotropic substances, specifically:
9.823 kilograms of hashish
7.966 kilograms of shabu (methamphetamine)
7.557 kilograms of marijuana
2.950 kilograms of synthetic chemicals
1.082 kilograms of heroin
5 grams of cocaine
10 grams of Lyrica powder
6,710 Lyrica capsules
974 psychotropic pills
Additional confiscated items include:
One imported bottle of Red Label liquor
Two firearms and a quantity of live ammunition
25 precision scales
Numerous empty bags prepared for drug packaging and distribution
All suspects and confiscated materials have been referred to the Public Prosecution for Drugs and Alcohol for legal proceedings.
The General Department for Combating Narcotics reaffirms its commitment to continue intensive operations throughout the country. These campaigns aim to apprehend anyone attempting to threaten public safety through drug trafficking and to take decisive action to safeguard the nation and its citizens.
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