KUWAIT: A security source said a citizen in his 30s was arrested on several felony charges, and instead of being taken to the central prison to serve his sentences, a former MP intervened and asked that he be sent to the sentences implementation department in Sulaibiya until investigations are over, with the hope he may be released on bail. The suspect used the ex-MP's wasta (intervention) and the officer's laxity and escaped. He then left the country through a land border outlet. Investigations are underway to find out who is involved in the suspect's escape for further action.

Arsonist caught

Jahra police arrested a bedoon (stateless) man who was involved with a Gulf national in torching garbage containers. The Gulf national led police to his bedoon accomplice, who told police their action came after the use of using a mixture of shabu and chemical called "zombie". Both are detained on arson charges and will be sent to the prosecution.

Smuggling

A Yemeni national was arrested after entering the country hidden in a truck with the help of a Pakistani man, who charged a large sum of money. The suspect believed he could recover it by begging. Jahra police arrested him while begging near a mosque.

Bag stolen

An unidentified person stole personal belongings at Sabahiya police station. A man went to lodge a complaint, then went to the toilet, leaving his bag in the hallway. When he returned, he discovered his belongings were missing. He accused his adversary of the theft. Detectives are investigating. - Translated from the Arabic press