A security source revealed that the Criminal Security Sector is investigating multiple cases where an individual impersonated a detective, gained access to expatriates’ homes, and stole their money and valuables. This comes after the arrest of a 28-year-old suspect by detectives in Hawally. The suspect confessed to targeting expatriates, citing financial hardship and unemployment as his motives.
Although the suspect initially claimed that an expatriate accomplice provided information on potential victims, investigations confirmed that this was not true. It was found that the suspect had randomly selected expatriates’ homes, threatening them with deportation before stealing cash, jewelry, watches, mobile phones, and other valuables.
The case breakthrough occurred after two expatriates, aged 62 and 59, filed a report at the Hawally police station on February 12. They stated that an unknown person entered their home in Block 7 of Hawally, posing as a detective, and stole 1,400 dinars from one of them.
Security personnel used surveillance cameras and artificial intelligence technology to trace the suspect’s location, leading to his arrest. During a lineup, the victims identified him as the thief. Under questioning, the suspect admitted to the crime, explaining that he was financially desperate and had no connections to law enforcement. He also confessed to spending the stolen money. Initially, the suspect had claimed that an expatriate of the same nationality as the victims had assisted him in the robberies. However, further investigation revealed that the alleged accomplice had left Kuwait over a month ago for personal reasons. It was confirmed that the suspect had fabricated the story of an accomplice and had acted alone.
Authorities also discovered that the suspect had a criminal history for theft and impersonating security personnel. He had used his fake identity as a detective to intimidate and rob expatriates. In response to the incident, security officials stressed that all detectives are required to display their identification during inspections. Those on foot must wear visible ID badges showing their workplace, job title, and military rank. Expatriates, in particular, are advised to always request identification from anyone claiming to be a detective, as this is their right and a crucial step in preventing similar crimes. This case highlights the importance of vigilance and adherence to security protocols to protect residents from fraudulent activities.
