Forged Bills, Bribes, and Embezzlement: 3 Egyptians Jailed in Kuwait
According to the Public Prosecution, the trio illegally accessed and tampered with electricity meters, altered billing records to reduce or cancel charges, and accepted large sums of money in return. They were also charged with accepting bribes, neglecting their official duties, and embezzling public funds.
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