Drugs seized from offender

KUWAIT CITY, Oct 21: A police patrol from the Capital Governorate intercepted a vehicle on Jahra Road near the Doha area for violating traffic laws by crossing land lines. Upon checking the driver’s identity, authorities discovered that he is a Kuwaiti citizen wanted by the General Department for the Execution of Judgments in connection with a drug abuse case.

A search of the vehicle led to the discovery of two small bags suspected to contain narcotic substances, along with drug paraphernalia. The driver, along with the seized items, was referred to the General Department for Drug Control for further investigation and necessary legal action.

Caught on Camera: U-Turn Violation During Hawalli Traffic Campaign

Meanwhile, a night-time campaign conducted by a joint team of security, traffic, and rescue personnel from Hawalli Governorate resulted in the issuance of 1,213 traffic violations, including cases of illegal overtaking and turning in areas with warning signs. During the campaign, authorities also arrested 12 individuals violating residency laws and 3 juveniles driving without a license, in addition to seizing 8 vehicles wanted by the judiciary.

The authorities emphasized that such operations are part of ongoing efforts to maintain traffic discipline, enforce residency laws, and combat drug-related offenses in the country.