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Kuwait authorities have arrested an Asian gang involved in a sophisticated scheme to steal money from citizens and residents using the “cardless withdrawal” feature of ATMs.

The Criminal Security Sector, represented by the General Department of Criminal Investigation – Anti-Money Laundering Crimes Department, revealed that the gang exploited a local company as a front for illegal money transfers, commonly known as “alternative remittance.”

Thanks to swift investigative efforts, the main suspect—a Bangladeshi national—was identified and apprehended within 24 hours. His identity was confirmed through biometric fingerprint matching conducted by the General Department of Criminal Evidence. He was arrested in Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh with approximately KD 5,000 in cash, along with SIM cards, bank cards, and receipts from exchange offices intended for sending money abroad.tay updated on Kuwait’s latest news and job openings by following our WhatsApp channel!https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaCkXo25q08jnKrRwo27

Further investigations uncovered a cross-border criminal network operating out of Pakistan. Two Pakistani nationals, employees of a ready-made garments company in Kuwait, were found to be working with the suspect. The company was being used as a cover to launder and transfer the stolen funds through unofficial financial channels. Authorities noted that the same company had previously been shut down for similar illegal money exchange activities.

The two additional suspects were arrested in Khaitan, along with tools used in the illegal operations. Legal procedures are now underway. Meanwhile, coordination with international authorities is in progress to pursue the gang’s overseas members located in Pakistan.

Authorities have reiterated their commitment to combating financial crimes and safeguarding the integrity of Kuwait’s banking and economic systems.