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Arab Times
28-05-2025
- Arab Times
Indian Man Caught with 10kg of Narcotics in Kuwait
KUWAIT CITY, May 28: In a continued effort to combat drug trafficking, Kuwait's Ministry of Interior, through the Criminal Security Sector and the General Department of Narcotics Control, has arrested an Indian national for possessing large quantities of narcotic and psychotropic substances intended for distribution. The arrest followed extensive surveillance and field investigations that tracked the suspect's movements. He was apprehended in the Salwa area with approximately 8 kilograms of heroin and 2 kilograms of crystal meth in his possession, along with two precision scales used for drug preparation and distribution. During interrogation, the suspect confessed to receiving instructions from accomplices based abroad to distribute the drugs locally. He has been referred to the Narcotics Prosecution along with the seized materials for further legal action. The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed its commitment to protecting society from the dangers of drug abuse and trafficking, urging the public to report any suspicious activity through official channels
Arab Times
04-05-2025
- Arab Times
Kuwaiti Fugitive in the UK Behind Narcotics Smuggling Operation; 50,000 Capsules Seized
KUWAIT CITY, May 4: In a significant security breakthrough, Kuwaiti authorities have successfully foiled an attempt to smuggle a substantial quantity of narcotics into the country from the United Kingdom. This operation, a result of close coordination between the General Department of Narcotics Control and the General Administration of Customs, underscores the nation's ongoing commitment to combating drug trafficking and safeguarding public health. The bust is linked to ongoing investigations under Case No. 905/2025 (Drug Felonies), which had earlier led to the arrest of a lawyer and two accomplices. Following extensive and precise investigative work, anti-narcotics officers intercepted an air-freighted shipment containing 50,000 capsules of the banned substance Lyrica, three kilograms of hashish, and four kilograms of a liquid suspected to be narcotic. The seizure was made possible after the lawyer provided authorities with shipping details pointing to a fugitive suspect, identified as Mohammed Rashid. Investigations revealed that the mastermind behind the shipment is Muhammad Rashid Muhammad Al-Ajmi, a Kuwaiti national born in 2001, currently residing in the UK. Al-Ajmi has an active criminal record with three outstanding arrest warrants and a five-year prison sentence issued in absentia. Authorities believe the fugitive intended to distribute the drugs among Kuwait's youth, aided by a network of accomplices, deliberately targeting the demographic most vulnerable to drug abuse. The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed its commitment to tracking down all remaining suspects and is actively pursuing the fugitive through official legal and international channels. The ministry emphasized that no one who threatens the nation's security or endangers its youth will evade the reach of the law.
Arab Times
29-04-2025
- Arab Times
Kuwaiti Man Caught with Cocaine, Marijuana, Hashish, and Pills in Anti-Drug Raid
KUWAIT CITY, April 29: As part of its ongoing crackdown on drug-related crimes, the Ministry of Interior announced the arrest of a Kuwaiti citizen found in possession of various narcotic and psychotropic substances inside his office in the Bneid Al-Qar area. The operation was carried out by the General Department of Narcotics Control under the Criminal Security Sector. The arrest followed detailed surveillance based on confidential intelligence indicating the individual's involvement in drug possession and trafficking. Authorities set up a coordinated ambush, leading to his apprehension at the scene, along with several accomplices. During the search, officers seized: 40 grams of cocaine 24 grams of marijuana 30 grams of hashish 300 psychotropic tablets Two precision scales used for drug preparation and distribution The suspects and the confiscated materials were referred to the competent authorities for further investigation and legal action. The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed its commitment to protecting society from the dangers of drug abuse, emphasizing that security campaigns will continue and that the law applies to all without exception.
Arab Times
10-03-2025
- Arab Times
Kuwaiti Arrested for Selling Narcotics, Resisting Police, and Fleeing Scene
KUWAIT CITY, Mar 10: General Department of Narcotics Control referred a Kuwaiti citizen to the Public Prosecution for his involvement in three criminal cases. The charges include possession of psychotropic substances with intent to traffic, resisting and injuring security officers, and causing damage to public property. A legal source emphasized the severity of the charges, noting that resisting an officer from the General Department of Narcotics Control carries a penalty of up to 15 years in prison. Additionally, brandishing a firearm at an officer from the department can result in a life sentence. The source highlighted that the accused's crimes—ranging from drug trafficking and resisting arrest to damaging Ministry of Interior vehicles and attempting to flee from security forces—could collectively lead to a life imprisonment sentence. This underscores the gravity of such offenses and the stringent penalties associated with them. Case Details A security source revealed that officers from the General Department of Narcotics Control received intelligence about a Kuwaiti citizen involved in the illegal trade of Lyrica, a type of narcotic pill. The suspect was reportedly distributing these drugs to users in public parking lots and high-traffic areas. Following extensive investigations, authorities confirmed the suspect's involvement in the drug trade. A judicial warrant was issued after an undercover source arranged to purchase 50 pills from the accused, with the exchange set to take place in the Jahra area. The source explained that the accused arrived at the agreed location and handed over the pills to the undercover source. Detectives then moved in to execute the arrest warrant. However, the suspect attempted to flee at high speed in his vehicle, leading to a pursuit. During the chase, the accused collided with four vehicles belonging to the Anti-Narcotics Force, injuring several officers. He was eventually apprehended. Upon his arrest, authorities found a knife and 5,000 Lyrica capsules in the suspect's possession. During interrogations, the accused confessed to trading in narcotic pills. This case highlights the ongoing efforts of the General Department of Narcotics Control to combat drug trafficking and related crimes, as well as the serious legal consequences for those involved in such activities.
Arab Times
03-03-2025
- Arab Times
Kuwait and Qatar Joint Operation Foils Smuggling of 75,000 Captagon Pills
KUWAIT CITY, Mar 3: A joint security operation between Kuwait's General Department of Narcotics Control and its Qatari counterpart successfully intercepted a large shipment of the psychotropic drug "Captagon," estimated at 75,000 pills. The drugs were expertly concealed inside spare parts of a "dynamo" (generator) following meticulous surveillance. Authorities received confidential intelligence about a criminal network smuggling significant quantities of Captagon from a European country to the Gulf region, with Kuwait identified as the intended destination. Investigations revealed the shipment was to be transported via air freight. Immediate coordination with Kuwait's General Administration of Customs - Search and Investigation Department led to the monitoring and interception of the shipment. The operation culminated in the arrest of a Syrian national who was receiving the shipment. Upon inspection, the drugs were found meticulously hidden within the spare parts to evade detection. The suspect confessed to being tasked by a relative residing in a European country to receive and distribute the drugs domestically in exchange for financial compensation. The seized shipment, totaling approximately 75,000 Captagon pills, was documented, and the suspect, along with the confiscated items, was handed over to the relevant authorities for legal action. The Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior commended the Qatari security forces for their crucial role in the operation, highlighting the strong security cooperation between the two nations in combating drug smuggling. This collaboration underscores the strategic partnership among Gulf security agencies to safeguard societies from the dangers of illicit drugs.
