Hawally Governorate security personnel arrested an Indian national in the Mishref area after discovering 52 sachets of methamphetamine in his possession and residence, according to the Ministry of Interior.
During a security patrol, officers spotted the man among trees. When approached, he allegedly discarded a transparent bag containing methamphetamine. Upon detention and search, police found nine additional bags with the same substance on his person.
During questioning, the suspect reportedly confessed to storing more methamphetamine at his residence in Jabriya. He allegedly told investigators that he distributed drugs to customers by burying them underground and providing location details by telephone.
Police recovered the remaining quantity from his residence, bringing the total seized to 52 sachets. The suspect and seized substances were referred to competent authorities for legal proceedings.
What This Means for Expats: Drug trafficking carries severe legal consequences in Kuwait. Expats involved in any drug-related activity face arrest, prosecution, and potential imprisonment, regardless of nationality.
Source: Arab Times
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