Kuwait, in an effective action, discovered 300,000 Captagon pills hidden in a car's spare tire. This operation was conducted under the direct supervision of Sheikh Fahad Al-Yusuf Al-Sabah, the Minister of Interior and Deputy Prime Minister of Kuwait. The value of this shipment is estimated to be over 500,000 Kuwaiti Dinars (equivalent to 1.62 million US dollars).
Details of the Drug Discovery Operation
The Drug Control Force of the Ministry of Interior of Kuwait arrested a foreign driver in the "Kabad" area. This individual was identified after a series of investigations and confessed to smuggling these pills from a neighboring country through one of the borders. He had entered the country on a transit visa and had hidden the drugs using insulation materials in the spare tire of the car.
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Coordination with Neighboring Country Officials
After the discovery of this shipment, Kuwaiti officials collaborated with the relevant authorities in the country of origin for further investigation. This cooperation aimed to ensure legal action against the accused and to prevent further drug entry into Kuwait. Sheikh Fahad emphasized the strong determination of security forces in combating drug trafficking networks and warned that any attempt to smuggle drugs into Kuwait would face decisive actions.
This discovery reflects the steadfast commitment of the Kuwaiti government in the fight against drugs and ensuring social security. According to global statistics, Captagon is one of the prevalent drugs in the Middle East, and ongoing efforts to combat it are of special importance.
Kuwaiti security forces are continuously strengthening their strategies in the fight against drug trafficking, and this issue is recognized as one of the key priorities of the government in maintaining security and public health.
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