Kuwait arrests 67 over illegal alcohol production after 23 deaths
Summary
Kuwaiti authorities have arrested 67 people for making and selling illegal alcoholic drinks that led to 23 deaths. The arrests followed reports of methanol poisoning, which affected 160 people, with many requiring serious medical attention. Several factories involved in the production of these drinks were seized.Key Facts
- 67 people were arrested in Kuwait for producing and selling illegal alcohol.
- 23 people died from drinking tainted alcohol, and most victims were Asian nationals.
- Authorities found and seized 10 illegal alcohol factories, six operational and four under construction.
- Methanol poisoning cases reached 160, with 51 needing kidney dialysis and 31 on mechanical ventilation.
- Methanol is a toxic type of alcohol found in some industrial products; symptoms of poisoning can appear late.
- The Indian Embassy noted around 40 Indian nationals were hospitalized in Kuwait recently.
- Kuwait bans the import and production of alcohol, which leads to illegal and unsafe manufacturing practices.
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