publish time

05/08/2023

author name Arab Times

publish time

05/08/2023

KUWAIT CITY, Aug 5: A total of six individuals have been arrested by Kuwaiti law enforcement agencies, demonstrating their commitment to combating immoral activities and financial fraud. The Public Morals Protection Department, operating under the Criminal Security Sector, successfully apprehended four individuals of Asian nationality. These individuals were found to be engaging in acts contrary to public morals, specifically operating a massage parlors where they offered illicit services in exchange for monetary compensation.

Simultaneously, the Anti-Counterfeiting Crimes Department carried out an operation resulting in the arrest of two individuals of Arab nationality. These individuals are facing charges of fraud, having deceived people into exchanging the US dollar for the Kuwaiti currency at a rate significantly below its actual value. This currency scheme allowed the suspects to profit at the expense of unsuspecting victims.

All individuals arrested in these operations have been handed over to the appropriate legal authorities, where further legal actions will be taken against them. The Kuwaiti security forces remain committed to upholding public morals and combating financial fraud, ensuring a safer and more secure environment for the nation's residents.