Interior Ministry: Security operation in Khaitan area yields 693 arrests, violations, and procedures

Kuwait City, October 11 (KUNA) -- The Ministry of Interior, through the Security Directorate of the Farwaniya Governorate, carried out a comprehensive security operation in the Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh area, in coordination with relevant government entities. The operation resulted in 693 arrests, violations, and legal actions, as part of its continuous efforts to enhance security and apprehend wanted individuals and violators.

In a press statement on Sunday, the Ministry of Interior said the operation, conducted last Thursday, involved participation from the Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy, the Municipality of Kuwait, the General Fireforce, the Public Authority for Manpower, and the Public Authority for Environmental Affairs.

It clarified that the operation led to the arrest of 65 wanted individuals for cases of absconding and expired residency permits, seven individuals for expired visas, one person subject to an entry ban, and three wanted individuals under arrest and summons orders for debt. Additionally, one person subject to an arrest warrant in a drug case was apprehended, along with another wanted individual in a theft case, one person involved in a drug case, and another found intoxicated. Furthermore, 44 traffic violations were issued, 33 abandoned vehicles were impounded, and two wanted vehicles were seized—one linked to breach of trust and the other to theft.

The participating entities’ activities resulted in the Public Authority for Manpower issuing 13 violations of the Labor Law at commercial establishments, and the Public Authority for Environmental Affairs issuing two violations for improper storage of materials. The General Fireforce issued 20 notices to rectify violations, closed 43 establishments, and issued 25 closure warnings.

The Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy issued one violation for tampering with an electricity meter and two violations for direct connection to the electrical grid with intent to defraud and steal electricity. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry issued 18 commercial violations covering prices, special offers, invoices, explanatory statements, and commercial licenses.

The Municipality of Kuwait issued 108 violations of the Building Law, posted 53 notices on properties violating Law No. (125) of 1992, and drafted 21 violation reports for establishments and three reports for road obstructions. The Municipality also carried out cleaning operations at seven sites, removed 33 abandoned vehicles, and cleared two loads of vegetables and fruits.

The Ministry of Interior confirmed that necessary legal measures have been taken against those arrested and violators, and that security campaigns will continue in cooperation with relevant entities to enhance public security and safety. (End) A.J.R.