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Arab Times
31-05-2025
- Arab Times
Shootout leads to arrest of proclaimed drug trafficker
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.
Arab Times
14-05-2025
- Arab Times
Iranian gang sentenced to die for smuggling 176kg ‘hashish'
KUWAIT CITY, May 14: The Criminal Court sentenced five Iranians to death for smuggling 176 kilograms of hashish by sea. Officers from the Drug Control General Department (DCGD) and the Coast Guard at the Interior Ministry arrested the Iranians. They were then referred to the Public Prosecution, where they confessed during interrogation that they smuggled the drugs for trafficking. Case files indicate that the DCGD officers apprehended the defendants as they entered Kuwaiti territorial waters on a 'Duba' boat carrying 13 bags containing the seized drugs. Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff
Arab Times
01-05-2025
- Arab Times
Four Iranians to hang for smuggling 350kg of drugs
KUWAIT CITY, May 1: The Criminal Court, headed by Justice Nayef Al-Dahoum, sentenced four Iranian drug dealers to death after being charged with attempting to smuggle 350 kilograms of hashish, worth KD1 million, into the country. The court also sentenced a citizen to five years in prison and fined him KD5,000 for using psychotropic substances and possessing drugs. Two other defendants were acquitted. According to the case files, the Drug Control General Department in the Criminal Security Sector at the Interior Ministry, in cooperation with the Coast Guard General Department, foiled the attempt of six individuals to smuggle a large quantity of narcotics into the country through the sea. As search and investigation operations intensified against drug dealers and traffickers, information was obtained about some individuals attempting to smuggle a large quantity of narcotics into the country. The vessel was seized immediately after being monitored by the authorities, leading to the discovery of 13 bags containing around 350 kilograms of hashish.
Arab Times
17-03-2025
- Arab Times
Pakistani dies in accident
KUWAIT CITY, March 17: A Pakistani expatriate died when his vehicle collided with another on Subiya Road. According to a security source, the Operations Unit at the Ministry of Interior received a report about the collision. Security and ambulance personnel rushed to the site, where they discovered that the accident claimed the life of the Pakistani. A case was registered and investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances that led to the fatal accident. Meanwhile, rescue police patrols referred seven individuals to the Drug Control General Department in the Interior Ministry for the possession of narcotics.
