Kuwait Foils Major Alcohol Smuggling at Shuwaikh Port

Kuwaiti authorities have successfully intercepted a large-scale alcohol smuggling attempt at Shuwaikh Port. The illegal shipment, hidden within cable reels inside a shipping container, was uncovered by vigilant customs officials.

According to a statement on X from Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior, the General Administration of Customs, aided by intelligence from the Customs Investigation Department and the General Fire Force, prevented the smuggling of 3,037 bottles of alcohol. These were concealed in a 20-foot container originating from a European nation.

This operation aligns with the directives of First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahd Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, focusing on enhancing customs checks and countering smuggling activities.

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Suspicion was raised regarding the container’s declared content, which was listed as steel cable reels. A thorough inspection with the Fire Force, which provided a specialized dismantling team, revealed the concealed alcohol.

The Ministry of Interior shared a video showing the reels being opened to expose the hidden bottles.

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Following a comprehensive search, confirming no further illegal substances were present, coordination with the Criminal Security Sector and the General Department of Narcotics Control was initiated. They received full details to further investigate, identify the perpetrators, and enforce legal actions.

This successful operation highlights the General Administration of Customs’ ability to detect innovative smuggling tactics and showcases the effective collaboration among authorities to safeguard the nation from illicit goods.

The General Administration of Customs reiterated its dedication to rigorously combating smuggling and continually enhancing the customs security framework for optimal efficiency.