Kuwaiti Arrested for Selling Narcotics, Resisting Police, and Fleeing Scene

10/03/2025

KUWAIT CITY, Mar 10: General Department of Narcotics Control referred a Kuwaiti citizen to the Public Prosecution for his involvement in three criminal cases. The charges include possession of psychotropic substances with intent to traffic, resisting and injuring security officers, and causing damage to public property.

A legal source emphasized the severity of the charges, noting that resisting an officer from the General Department of Narcotics Control carries a penalty of up to 15 years in prison. Additionally, brandishing a firearm at an officer from the department can result in a life sentence. The source highlighted that the accused’s crimes—ranging from drug trafficking and resisting arrest to damaging Ministry of Interior vehicles and attempting to flee from security forces—could collectively lead to a life imprisonment sentence. This underscores the gravity of such offenses and the stringent penalties associated with them.

Case Details

A security source revealed that officers from the General Department of Narcotics Control received intelligence about a Kuwaiti citizen involved in the illegal trade of Lyrica, a type of narcotic pill. The suspect was reportedly distributing these drugs to users in public parking lots and high-traffic areas.

Following extensive investigations, authorities confirmed the suspect’s involvement in the drug trade. A judicial warrant was issued after an undercover source arranged to purchase 50 pills from the accused, with the exchange set to take place in the Jahra area. The source explained that the accused arrived at the agreed location and handed over the pills to the undercover source. Detectives then moved in to execute the arrest warrant. However, the suspect attempted to flee at high speed in his vehicle, leading to a pursuit. During the chase, the accused collided with four vehicles belonging to the Anti-Narcotics Force, injuring several officers. He was eventually apprehended. Upon his arrest, authorities found a knife and 5,000 Lyrica capsules in the suspect’s possession. During interrogations, the accused confessed to trading in narcotic pills.

This case highlights the ongoing efforts of the General Department of Narcotics Control to combat drug trafficking and related crimes, as well as the serious legal consequences for those involved in such activities.