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1 day ago

“There Goes Your Inventory”: Disgruntled Worker Sets Fire To Million-Square-Foot Toilet Paper Warehouse

Dramatic footage appears to show an act of industrial sabotage at a one-million-square-foot Kimberly-Clark distribution center in Ontario, California. A third-party warehouse worker was arrested on suspicion of felony arson shortly after the devastating six-alarm fire on Tuesday morning, which destroyed all of the warehouse’s contents, including household paper products such as Kleenex and toilet paper. Local media outlet Fox 11 Los Angeles said Ontario police arrested Chamel Abdulkarim, 29, an employee of a third-party distribution partner, on suspicion of felony arson. Video circulating on X allegedly shows Abdulkarim torching pallets of household paper products while uttering the words, “All you had to do was pay us enough to live.” In another scene, he said, “There goes your inventory.” Do not worry, Kimberly-Clark and its warehouse operators are almost certainly taking note. One of the long-term consequences of sabotage and labor unrest is that it strengthens the case for faster automation. The downside of revolt will be faster automation in warehouses to mitigate incidents like these.

2 days ago

Bahrain: Family Awarded BD 5,400 In Medical Negligence Case

The Second High Civil Court of Appeal awarded a family 5,400 Bahraini dinars in compensation for a medical negligence case, despite the earlier acquittal of the involved doctors in criminal proceedings. The ruling overturned a lower court decision that had rejected the family’s civil claim related to a surgical error during foot surgery at Salmaniya Medical Complex, which left the patient with a permanent 12% disability. According to the case details, the injury occurred in August 2022 during the removal of metal implants from the patient’s foot, resulting in nerve damage and long-term pain. Medical committee reports confirmed that negligence contributed to the injury, although they did not establish which doctor was directly responsible. Acquittal The court found that the criminal acquittal did not prevent civil liability and held the hospital responsible for the damage. It awarded the patient 4,500 dinars for material and moral damages, along with additional compensation for family members. The ruling confirmed that the family was entitled to damages based on medical findings, despite the earlier criminal verdict.

2 days ago

Bahrain: Court Orders Insurance Firm To Pay BD 5,500

The High Civil Court ordered an insurance company to pay 5,500 Bahraini dinars in compensation to a man who sustained permanent injuries in a traffic accident. The victim suffered an 11% permanent disability after a crash caused by the negligence of a driver operating an insured vehicle. Court documents showed the driver had previously been convicted in relation to the accident, while medical reports confirmed the extent of the victim’s injuries. The court ruled that the insurance company is legally responsible for covering damages under the insurance policy, which includes both material and moral harm. The compensation includes 5,000 dinars for material damages, 500 Bahraini dinars for moral damages, and additional legal costs and interest.

5 days ago

Bahrain: Cyber Fraud Targeting U.S. Firm Ends In Jail Terms And Fines

The First High Criminal Court of Appeals in Bahrain has upheld sentences of five years in prison for the first defendant and eight years for the second defendant, along with fines of BHD 100,000 each, in a cyber fraud and money laundering case involving a U.S. company. The court also ordered the confiscation of USD 99,283.23 (approx. BHD 37,330) linked to the crime, following an appeal by the Public Prosecution. Scam The case involved a phishing scam targeting a company in the United States, where the first defendant posed as a bank employee and sent a fraudulent link to steal banking credentials. Around USD 197,000 (approx. BHD 74,000) was transferred, with nearly half later recovered through banking intervention. Investigations by the Ministry of Interior revealed that USD 97,943.46 (approx. BHD 36,830) entered the first defendant’s account and was subsequently moved through multiple transfers and withdrawals to conceal its origin. Account A further transfer of USD 99,283.23 (approx. BHD 37,330) to the defendant’s wife’s account was frozen and returned before use. Authorities stated the first defendant used his technical background and acted under instructions from an accomplice abroad, involving his wife’s account without her knowledge. The court ruled that the first […]

6 days ago

Saudi Arabia: 14,242 Violators Of Residency, Border Security And Labor Laws Arrested In A Week

Saudi security authorities arrested a total of 14,242 illegal residents during the last week. The arrests were made in the joint inspections, carried out by the security forces in collaboration with the relevant government agencies, during the period between March 26 and April 1, the Ministry of Interior revealed on Saturday. Those who were arrested include 7,884 of the Residency Law, 3,948 violators of the Border Security Law, and 2,410 violators of the Labor Law. A total of 23,815 violators were referred to their diplomatic missions to obtain travel documents while 6,808 violators were referred to complete their travel reservations and 6,285 violators were deported. The total number of people who were arrested while trying to cross the border into the Kingdom accounted for 1,449, of whom 27 percent were Yemeni nationals, 71percent Ethiopian nationals, and two percent belonged to other nationalities. A total of 29 people were arrested while attempting to leave the Kingdom illegally. Some 25 people involved in giving transportation, shelter, and employment for violators were also arrested. A total of 36,365 expatriates, including 32,309 men and 4,056 women, are currently undergoing procedures to enforce legal measures against them. The Ministry of Interior has warned that any […]

6 days ago

59 Types Of Narcotics Among Seized Items At Saudi Customs Ports Last Week

The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) announced on Saturday that its land, sea, and air customs ports recorded 748 seizures of contraband of various types and forms during the last week. The seized items include 59 types of narcotics, 197 types of prohibited substances, 1,722 items of tobacco and its derivatives, two cases involving cash, and four cases involving weapons and related equipment. ZATCA affirmed its commitment to strengthening customs control over the Kingdom’s imports and exports so as to ensure the security and protection of society. This is part of ZATCA’s ongoing efforts to enhance security and protect society from contraband, in continuous cooperation and coordination with all its partners in relevant agencies. The authority called on the public to contribute to combating smuggling to protect society and the national economy by contacting its dedicated security reporting number 1910, or via email, or the international number 009661910. Through these channels, the authority receives reports related to smuggling crimes and violations of the provisions of the Unified Customs Law with complete confidentiality, and offers a financial reward to the informant if the information in the provided report is accurate.

6 days ago

Saudi Arabia: 2 Arrested After Foiling Attempt To Smuggle 2.9 Million Captagon Pills At Jeddah Port

The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) foiled an attempt to smuggle in 2,916,180 amphetamine pills (Captagon) concealed within a shipment of shea butter at Jeddah Islamic Port. Using advanced security technologies and inspection methods, customs officers discovered the illicit substance hidden inside the imported goods. Two people, who were intended to receive the shipment, were arrested. The arrests were made through coordination between ZATCA and the General Directorate of Narcotics Control. The authority reaffirmed its commitment to tightening control over all imports and exports to protect society and curb the smuggling of prohibited substances. ZATCA urged the public to assist in national security efforts by reporting smuggling crimes via the dedicated number 1910, email, or the international reporting line 009661910, with complete confidentiality and financial rewards for those who provide accurate information.

7 days ago

Saudi Arabia: 71 Commercial Cover Up Cases Detected During 2,611 Inspection Visits In March

Officials from the National Program to Combat Commercial Concealment (Tasattur) have carried out as many as 2,611 inspection visits across various regions of Saudi Arabia during the last month of March. During these inspection visits, 71 cases of suspected commercial concealment were detected. The violators were referred to the competent authorities to complete the investigation procedures and the application of deterrent penalties against those involved in the crime. The inspection raids were conducted on the basis of indications and evidence of suspected concealment activities. These visits aimed to verify the compliance of the regulations from the part of the commercial establishments and to detect violations of the provisions of the Anti-Concealment Law. The visits covered several sectors, most notably the retail sale of precious metals and gemstones; the retail sale of nuts, coffee, spices, and perfumes; the retail sale of bakery products and confectionery; the retail sale of perfumes; the retail sale of fresh and preserved fruits and vegetables; and the retail sale of handbags. The penalties under the Anti-Concealment Law include imprisonment for up to five years, maximum fine of SR5 million, and the seizure and confiscation of illicit funds collected through concealment after the issuance of final judicial […]

7 days ago

Bahrain: Three-Year Jail Term Upheld For Tax Evasion

A court in Bahrain has rejected an appeal filed by a defendant convicted in a Value Added Tax (VAT) evasion case, ruling it as if it had never been submitted due to his failure to appear before the court. The First High Criminal Court had previously sentenced the defendant to three years in prison and ordered him to pay 41,327 dinars, representing the VAT amount he evaded, along with an equivalent fine. The case involved charges that the defendant deliberately failed to pay VAT.

7 days ago

Bahrain: Three-Year Prison Sentence And Fine For Human Trafficking Offender

The Public Prosecutor and Head of the Human Trafficking Prosecution announced that the High Criminal Court has sentenced an Asian man to three years in prison and fined him 3,000 Bahraini Dinars. The court also ordered him to cover the costs of returning the victim to her home country and to be permanently deported after serving his sentence. The conviction was for human trafficking, specifically forcing the victim to work under coercion without pay. The Public Prosecution received a report alleging that the defendant had trafficked the victim and compelled her to work to generate financial gain. Following the report, the prosecution immediately opened an investigation, taking the victim’s testimony and interrogating the defendant. Police investigations confirmed the crime and the sequence of events. The case was subsequently referred to criminal trial, resulting in the court’s ruling as stated.

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“There Goes Your Inventory”: Disgruntled Worker Sets Fire To Million-Square-Foot Toilet Paper Warehouse

Bahrain: Family Awarded BD 5,400 In Medical Negligence Case

Bahrain: Court Orders Insurance Firm To Pay BD 5,500

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