20-Year-Old Arrested in Kuwait for Posing as Police Officer to Bypass Security Check

Kuwait police announced that a 20-year-old individual was apprehended after attempting to evade a standard security checkpoint by masquerading as a law‑enforcement officer. The suspect approached the checkpoint wearing a uniform that resembled official police attire, claiming authority to bypass the screening process. Security personnel identified inconsistencies in the uniform and documentation, prompting a verification that revealed the impersonation. The individual was taken into custody and is expected to face charges under Kuwait's laws prohibiting false representation of a police officer. No injuries or further incidents were reported during the encounter.