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Arab Times
4 days ago
- Arab Times
Three illegal expats arrested with large quantities of drugs and firearms
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 12: In a significant security operation, the Ministry of Interior has announced the arrest of an armed criminal group comprising three individuals residing illegally in the country. The arrests were made by the Criminal Security Sector, represented by the General Department for Drug Control, as part of its continued efforts to combat the spread of narcotics and psychotropic substances. The suspects — identified as Fares Abdullah Saqr Sameer, Ali Obeid Shaheeb Hamad Al-Enezi, and Othman Mubarak Mushrif Hamad Al-Enezi — were apprehended after investigations provided solid evidence of their involvement in the possession and distribution of narcotics, as well as the illegal possession of firearms and ammunition. Authorities discovered that the group had been using a remote site in the Al-Salmi desert area to store and promote drugs. Following the necessary legal procedures, the location was raided, resulting in the seizure of a large and varied quantity of illegal items. Among the items confiscated were: 4 kilograms of hashish 100 grams of marijuana 1 kilogram of Lyrica powder 25,000 capsules and tablets of psychotropic substances 3 precision electronic scales 2 AK-47 rifles 6 handguns A quantity of ammunition The suspects, along with the seized materials, have been referred to the competent authorities for legal action. The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed its commitment to intensifying security campaigns and pursuing individuals involved in drug-related crimes, aiming to protect society, maintain public safety, and shield the community from the harmful effects of narcotics.
Arab Times
4 days ago
- Arab Times
Three Bedouns Nabbed in Kuwait Drug and Arms Bust
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 12: As part of its ongoing efforts to combat drugs and psychotropic substances, the Ministry of Interior has announced the arrest of an armed criminal gang involved in narcotics possession and promotion. According to the Criminal Security Sector, represented by the General Department for Drug Control, the gang consisted of three Bedouns (Stateless): Fares Abdullah Saqr Sameer, Ali Obaid Shahib Hamad Al-Anzi, and Othman Mubarak Mushrif Hamad Al-Anzi. Evidence confirmed their involvement in trafficking narcotics, as well as possessing unlicensed firearms and ammunition. Investigations revealed the suspects were using a location in the Bar Al-Salmi area as a storage and distribution site for drugs. Following legal authorization, security forces raided the site, seizing significant quantities of narcotics and weapons. The confiscated items included approximately 4 kilograms of hashish, 100 grams of marijuana, 1 kilogram of Lyrica powder, 25,000 psychotropic capsules and tablets, 3 electronic precision scales, 2 Kalashnikov rifles, 6 pistols, and a large quantity of ammunition. The suspects and seized materials have been referred to the competent authorities for legal proceedings. The Ministry of Interior reiterated its commitment to intensifying campaigns against drug trafficking in order to safeguard society, maintain stability, and protect citizens from the dangers of narcotics.
