110 Kg of Hashish Hidden in Marble
KUWAIT CITY, May 14: As part of the Ministry of Interior's ongoing efforts to combat the drug menace, the Criminal Security Sector, represented by the General Department for Combating Narcotics, in coordination with the General Administration of Customs, successfully seized a shipment at Shuwaikh Port. The shipment, which originated from another country, contained approximately 110 kilograms of hashish concealed within marble slabs.
Following thorough investigations and intensive inspection of the shipment, authorities arrested two suspects: Radi Matar Al-Muhammad, a Syrian national, and Dhari Abdullah Shaman, a Bedoun (Stateless) with Eritrean nationality. The two individuals allegedly conspired with a Saudi national, Khaled Walid, in an attempt to smuggle the shipment out of Kuwait.
Additionally, a search of one suspect's residence led to the discovery of 6,000 Captagon pills, 5 grams of methamphetamine (Shabu), and an electronic scale used for preparing and distributing narcotics. The suspects have been referred to the relevant authorities for legal action.
The Ministry of Interior reiterates its commitment to monitoring and apprehending anyone attempting to compromise national security or engage in the trafficking or promotion of narcotics. The ministry emphasizes that its security forces will take all necessary legal measures to combat drug-related crimes and protect society from this dangerous threat.
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