Six homes operating illegal grocery stores seized

- During a campaign carried out by the Capital Security Directorate in cooperation with the Food Authority

The Sector of Security Directorates Affairs, represented by the Capital Governorate Security Directorate, implemented a security campaign in collaboration with the Public Authority for Food and Nutrition and the Kuwait Municipality. The campaign targeted residences where illegal grocery stores were being operated, as part of joint security efforts to strengthen law enforcement and protect society.

The campaign followed the observation by support patrols of the Capital Governorate Security Directorate, during their field duties, of several residences suspected of being used to operate illegal grocery stores. Immediate coordination was established with the Public Authority for Food and Nutrition and the Kuwait Municipality, legal procedures were completed, and the necessary permits were obtained to commence inspection operations.

The campaign resulted in the seizure of six residences exploited for unlicensed commercial activities, the apprehension of 11 individuals in violation of labor laws, the confiscation of two trucks used to distribute food and consumer goods to these residences, and the seizure of a motorcycle wanted in a theft case. Additionally, the Kuwait Municipality confiscated two motorcycles found in violation of regulations.

Furthermore, the Public Authority for Food and Nutrition issued 26 violations against the seized sites, and the violators were referred to the competent authorities to take the necessary legal action against them.

The Ministry of Interior emphasized the continuation of joint security campaigns in coordination with relevant authorities across various governorates, contributing to the enhancement of the rule of law and the preservation of community security and safety.