BMW and Mercedes Sent to Crusher After Illegal Race on Kuwait’s Gulf Street

KUWAIT CITY, Nov 10: Kuwait’s General Traffic Department has arrested two motorists for allegedly racing without a permit on Arabian Gulf Street, in a serious traffic violation that authorities said endangered road users.

The Ministry of Interior said the Security Control Department intensified search and investigation efforts after detecting the incident, leading to the identification and arrest of the two drivers, who were operating a BMW and a Mercedes.

According to the Ministry, the two drivers confessed to the violation when questioned and confronted with the evidence.

The necessary legal measures were taken against them, and both were referred to the Central Prison. Their vehicles were also impounded and referred for crushing in accordance with Article 33 bis of Kuwait’s Traffic Law.

The Ministry of Interior reiterated its warning against serious traffic violations and dangerous behaviour that puts the lives of road users at risk, stressing that it will not tolerate such offences and will take legal action against violators to protect lives and property.