Latest news with #NorthernGovernoratePolice
Daily Tribune
4 days ago
- Daily Tribune
Whistleblower Sparks Food Fraud Trial
Alone warehouse employee's refusal to falsify food expiry dates has triggered one of Bahrain's largest food fraud cases in recent years, with the Third High Criminal Appeals Court set to deliver its verdict on August 20. The case began when the worker reported to the Northern Governorate Police that he had been coerced into altering expiry dates on expired food products. He provided video evidence showing the process of removing original dates and replacing them with false ones, prompting the Ministry of Industry and Commerce to swiftly shut down the warehouse and related outlets. Massive evidence haul Investigators from the Public Prosecution inspected the warehouse, questioned 29 suspects, and seized more than 14,000 expired food items along with chemicals used to erase original dates. Forensic examination confirmed the tampering, and some falsified products were found for sale in other markets. The original ruling by the first-instance court imposed prison sentences ranging from two to three years, fines exceeding BD200,000, and the closure of both companies for six months. One company owner was sentenced to three years in prison and fined BD100,000, while his brother was fined BD101,000. A company official received a three-year sentence, and 19 workers were each sentenced to two years, with all foreign defendants to be deported after serving their sentences. Food safety warning Additionally, both food distribution companies were fined BD10,000 each, and all spoiled and counterfeit products and related tools were ordered to be confiscated and destroyed. Public Prosecution officials reiterated that food safety is a top priority and warned that endangering public health constitutes a serious crime that will be met with strict legal action. The defence has appealed, seeking to overturn the convictions and acquit their clients. The final verdict will be issued on August 20.
Daily Tribune
26-06-2025
- Daily Tribune
‘Healer' ordered to return BD87,000 to couple after cursed land and vehicle scam
The Public Order Forces carried out legal procedures in Diraz village in response to violations involving the obstruction of public roads through the unauthorised construction of roadside structures (Madaif ). This was confirmed by the Director-General of the Northern Governorate Police. A group of individuals attacked police personnel with stones and damaged both public and private property. Warnings Despite multiple warnings, the group didn't comply. The incident was handled by legal protocols, and the Public Prosecution has been notified. One person was injured during the incident and was taken to the hospital for treatment. An investigation is currently underway to determine the circumstances of the case.
Gulf Insider
07-03-2025
- Gulf Insider
Man To Stand Trial For Kidnapping And Assaulting Child
A man accused of kidnapping and assaulting a child will stand trial in less than two weeks, prosecutors announced Wednesday. The Public Prosecution ordered his referral to the High Criminal Court while keeping him in custody. He faces charges of abducting the boy, holding him against his will, and attacking him. The case came to light on 19 February when the child's father reported the incident to the Northern Governorate Police. Prosecutors questioned the father and witnesses, sent the boy for a medical check-up, and reviewed security footage showing the suspect using force to carry out the crime. The man was interrogated and confronted with the findings before prosecutors decided to move ahead with the case. The trial is set for Sunday, 16 March Also read: Maid Arrested For Kidnapping Saudi Toddler In Egypt
