Interior Ministry begins publishing names of landlords linked to drug and alcohol crimes

In a bold move to combat the spread of drugs and illegal alcohol production, the Ministry of Interior has begun publishing the names of citizens who rent out properties later used for criminal activities.

The decision, described by officials as an “unconventional measure,” is part of a broader national strategy to protect society from the escalating dangers of narcotics and toxic alcohol substances, reports Al-Rai daily.

Brigadier General Nasser Bousleib, Director of the Public Relations and Security Media Department and official spokesperson for the ministry, said the step aligns with the ministry’s duty to safeguard public health and social stability.

His made the comments during a video presentation aired Wednesday at the Government Communication Center, titled “Laws – Numbers – Achievements 2025.”

“Publishing the names and photos of those involved is part of our responsibility to protect families and their children from threats to their safety,” Bousleib stated.

The measure targets homeowners who rent out properties without verifying how the premises are being used, especially in cases where homes have been turned into sites for alcohol manufacturing or drug trafficking.

Bousleib revealed that some of these rented homes — located even in upscale neighborhoods — are leased for as much as 1,500 dinars per month, with no oversight or due diligence from the owners.
“We have recorded cases where individuals died after consuming toxic substances made in these homes,” he said. “This lack of responsibility cannot continue without consequences.”

The ministry has also started publishing photos of arrested suspects involved in such illegal activities, sending a strong message of deterrence. Bousleib stressed that societal and moral responsibility requires the state to take decisive action to prevent the recurrence of such tragedies.

“These are not conventional times, and we will not settle for conventional measures,” he added.
These efforts fall under the ministry’s 2025 strategic plan, which aims to modernize internal security operations to better align with Kuwait’s Vision 2035 – New Kuwait.

The strategy emphasizes adapting to social, technological, and economic transformations to ensure a safer, more resilient society.