Seized, Stolen, And Sold: Customs Officers Busted In Tobacco Heist
The inspectors, employed by the General Customs Administration, were found guilty of abusing their official positions to unlawfully remove confiscated tobacco from the Air Cargo Customs facility. They transported the goods to an apartment in Abu Halifa, rented by one of the defendants, where the items were hidden and stored. Authorities revealed that the group offered samples to potential buyers as they prepared to sell the goods for personal profit.
The case highlights growing concerns over corruption and abuse of power within public institutions and underscores ongoing efforts by Kuwaiti authorities to tighten oversight and accountability in government operations.
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