KUWAIT CITY, Jan 7: The Misdemeanor Court of Cassation has overturned the imprisonment of one of the most prominent importers of alcoholic beverages, known by the nickname “Assas Al-Ghals.” Despite his earlier confession, the court acquitted him, deeming his confession invalid and inconsistent with the facts and reality of the case. The defendant’s lawyer, An’am Haidar, successfully argued before the court that her client was not present at the crime scene and was not caught red-handed engaging in any transaction. This lack of direct involvement, she stated, undermined any connection between her client and the charges of possessing alcohol with intent to trade. The Public Prosecution had accused the defendant of possessing alcohol for trade and promotion, as specified in the case report. However, discrepancies in the investigation and the absence of tangible evidence at the scene ultimately led to the court’s decision to acquit the defendant.

By Jaber Al-Hamoud

Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff