5 Arrested in 4 Drug Cases in Kuwait; Cocaine, Methamphetamine and Captagon Seized

04/11/2026

5 Arrested in 4 Drug Cases in Kuwait; Cocaine, Methamphetamine and Captagon Seized

KUWAIT CITY, Nov 4: The General Directorate for Drug Control has arrested five suspects in four separate cases involving the possession of narcotics and psychotropic substances allegedly intended for trafficking and personal use.

The arrests were made as part of the Ministry of Interior's ongoing efforts to combat drug-related activities and apprehend individuals involved in the trafficking and possession of illegal substances.

The operations resulted in the seizure of the following:

60 grams of cocaine.
50 grams of methamphetamine.
45 sheets/papers soaked in synthetic cannabinoids.
10 Captagon tablets.
20 precision scales.

The five suspects and the seized items have been referred to the competent authorities for necessary legal action.

The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed its commitment to intensifying security operations to combat narcotics and psychotropic substances and protect society from their dangers.