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11 months ago
A seemingly minor car accident escalated into a criminal case after a 50-year-old man sustained a permanent injury, resulting in a 10% disability. The incident occurred when the victim, while leaving his home, collided with a car parked behind his residence. The victim recounted that upon exiting his vehicle, he discovered a young woman inside the other car. She contacted her father, who arrived with his son, the defendant. Heated exchange During a heated exchange, the defendant, the woman’s brother, allegedly punched the victim in the left jaw. The altercation was eventually broken up by the defendant’s father. The defendant confessed to the assault during investigations conducted by the Public Prosecution. The defendant’s sister corroborated the account, stating that her brother had indeed punched the victim. Punch A medical report confirmed that the victim’s injury was consistent with a punch and resulted in a fractured lower jaw. The injury required more than 20 days of treatment and involved surgical intervention to fix the fracture. The victim also had to undergo the extraction of two teeth due to damage caused by the injury. As a result, he now experiences reduced sensation in the lower left side of his face due to […]
11 months ago
The High Criminal Court has begun hearing a case involving a drug trafficking ring, with three men, including two brothers, facing charges. The accused are in their 30s and 20s. The Public Prosecution has charged the first defendant, a 36-year-old man, with importing, possessing, and selling cannabis without legal authorization. He is also accused of possessing hashish for personal use. The second defendant, his 31-year-old brother, and the third defendant, a 22-year-old man, are charged with possessing hashish and psychoactive substances for personal use. During the initial hearing, the first and second defendants appeared in court. The first defendant admitted to using drugs but denied selling them. The second defendant confessed to drug use. The court has scheduled a session on 30th July 2024 for further investigation and response. The first and second defendants remain in custody, while the third defendant is required to attend the hearing. The case stems from the arrest of the defendants at King Fahd Causeway. Upon searching them, authorities found plastic containers carrying a liquid substance believed to be illicit drugs. Further investigation revealed a drug trafficking network headed by the first defendant. Information indicated that the first and second defendants were involved in smuggling […]
11 months ago
A 40-year-old Asian designer was arrested in Bahrain for allegedly trafficking and possessing crystal meth, commonly known as “shabu”. The suspect, who was apprehended at his residence, was found with three bags containing a crystalline substance believed to be shabu. A further search of his home uncovered a transparent bag containing 30 grams of the drug, 20 bags containing 53.8 grams of the drug, five electronic scales, two adhesive tapes, wrapping paper, two glass cups, and new bags used for packaging drugs. These items were found near the suspect’s mattress. The investigation revealed that the designer had been selling shabu through a “dead drop” system, where he would deliver the drugs to specific locations and inform the buyer of the location. He was also found to be communicating with other individuals through WhatsApp, discussing drug transactions and sharing photos and videos of drugs. A 36-year-old Asian housemaid, who was also arrested at the suspect’s residence, was found to be in an altered state, raising suspicions of drug use. The Public Prosecution has charged the designer with trafficking and possessing crystal meth and cannabis. The housemaid was charged with possessing crystal meth. The designer confessed to using shabu but denied the […]
11 months ago
A 24-year-old cleaning worker has been arrested in Bahrain for allegedly importing and trafficking drugs from the United States. The suspect is accused of importing marijuana and hashish, as well as possessing and selling crystal meth. According to the Public Prosecution, the suspect was nabbed after a customs officer became suspicious of a package arriving from the United States. The package contained herbal substances, which were later confirmed to be marijuana. The suspect arrived to collect the package and presented a receipt, at which point he was detained and handed over to the Anti-Narcotics Directorate. Upon questioning, the suspect confessed to using and selling drugs. A search of his residence uncovered two pieces of dark-colored substance, later identified as hashish weighing 938.8 grams, 14 rolls of hashish wrapped in adhesive tape weighing 64.53 grams, a transparent nylon bag containing a white crystalline substance identified as crystal meth weighing 77.45 grams, two sensitive electronic scales, a collection of new transparent nylon bags, wrapping paper, two adhesive tapes, and 22 nylon bags containing traces of hashish. Authorities also found 257.2 Bahraini dinars in cash, believed to be proceeds from drug sales. Investigations revealed that the suspect was part of a network importing […]
11 months ago
The High Criminal Court in Bahrain has sentenced two Asian men to 15 years in prison and a fine of 5,000 Bahraini dinars each. The men were found guilty of possessing and attempting to smuggle heroin into the Kingdom. The incident occurred on April 20th, 2024, when the first defendant, a young Asian man, arrived at Bahrain International Airport from an Asian country. He was carrying a single backpack and aroused suspicion among airport security personnel. Upon inspection, a significant amount of heroin was discovered hidden within the backpack, concealed in plastic bags sealed with tape and placed under the foam padding. The defendant admitted to receiving the drugs from an individual in his home country and was tasked with delivering them to another individual in Bahrain. Meanwhile, the second defendant, who was waiting for the first defendant in the arrival hall, was also apprehended. His suspicious behaviour, including filming passengers and staring intently at the first defendant, raised red flags. He confessed to being present to receive his brother, but a check of his phone revealed communication with the first defendant regarding the drug transaction. Investigations revealed that both defendants were part of a larger drug trafficking network operating […]
11 months ago
A family dispute between two brothers escalated to arson, leading one brother to file a lawsuit against the other. The victim, a resident of Bahrain, claims that his brother, a 45-year-old man with a history of drug use, set fire to his car. According to the victim, he was awakened on the day of the incident and informed that his car was on fire. Upon arriving at the garage, he found his car engulfed in flames. The Civil Defense personnel were called and extinguished the blaze. The victim alleged that his brother was responsible for the arson, while the Civil Defense’s report confirmed that the fire was deliberately set. The accused brother admitted to the crime during questioning by the Public Prosecution. The prosecution charged the brother with intentionally setting fire to the victim’s property, endangering lives and property. The accused brother confessed to the crime in court, stating that his brother had broken his motorcycles and that he was being pressured to pay for repairs by the owners. The Public Prosecution argued for the maximum penalty for the accused, citing the evidence presented in the case. The court has scheduled a hearing for July 29 to review the case, […]
11 months ago
A 39-year-old GCC man has been sentenced to three years in prison and ordered to pay 5,000 dinars in compensation to the victim after he was found guilty of assault. The incident occurred at a hotel buffet where the man, along with others, attacked the victim who had been asked to wait in line. The victim was enjoying breakfast at the hotel buffet when he was asked by a hotel staff member to join the line and not skip ahead. Shortly after, the man approached the victim and began verbally abusing him. The victim responded with insults, prompting the man to physically assault him. The man was joined by others, including the defendant, who used a stick to hit the victim on the head. The hotel security intervened and separated the attackers from the victim. The victim, who sustained injuries that resulted in a 20% permanent disability, was taken to the hospital by a bystander. The Public Prosecution charged the defendant with assault and causing permanent disability.
11 months ago
A cafeteria has been shut down, and various violations have been recorded against some establishments in a sweeping inspection campaign targeting restaurants, bakeries, and shops in the ninth district of the Northern Governorate. This operation involved multiple agencies, including the Northern Area Municipality, the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, the Public Health Directorate, the Labour Market Regulatory Authority, Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs, the Electricity and Water Authority, and the Police of Northern Governorate. Abdullah Mubarak, the representative of the ninth district in the Northern Municipal Council, revealed that the primary result of the inspection was the closure of a cafeteria by the Ministry of Health. The cafeteria was found to be falling short of both cleanliness and health standards, and it also had improper electrical installations. Mubarak further explained that during the inspections, some workers were found to be adhering to regulations. However, the Northern Area Municipality issued citations to certain shops for violating Law No. (2) of 1996, which prohibits leaving movable items outside shops, factories, warehouses, or homes except for the brief period necessary for loading or unloading, ensuring that traffic is not obstructed. Additionally, some shops were deemed unsuitable for commercial activities and received warnings to […]
11 months ago
The Public Prosecution has initiated an investigation into two individuals accused of posting tweets that violate Bahraini law, according to a statement released by the Head of the Cybercrime Prosecution. The investigation stems from reports filed by the Cybercrime Directorate of the General Directorate of Anti-Corruption and Economic & Electronic Security that allege that the two suspects published tweets on their public social media accounts that contained content deemed offensive to individuals held in high esteem by a religious community. The tweets are also accused of inciting hatred towards a specific group of people, potentially leading to sectarian strife and undermining the fabric of Bahraini society. Following the arrest of the suspects, the Public Prosecution promptly commenced its investigation. “The suspects were interrogated and confronted with the incriminating tweets and evidence. Both individuals confessed to posting the tweets on their public social media. accounts,” the statement stated. The Public Prosecution ordered the detention of both suspects for seven days pending further investigation. The Head of the Cybercrime Prosecution urged social media users to adhere to the regulations governing online content and expression. They stressed that online posts should remain within the boundaries set by law, avoiding content that incites sectarian […]
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