Kuwaiti authorities have uncovered a fraudulent scheme involving the misuse of a charity project by five individuals, including three Syrian nationals and two Egyptian nationals, according to an official statement from the Ministry of Interior. The operation was exposed through investigations conducted by the Jahra Criminal Investigation Department and the Sulaibiya Investigation Office.

The suspects were found to have exploited a charity’s reputation by leasing its website and telephone line via a furniture moving company employee, without the charity’s knowledge or consent. Using these communication channels, they solicited in-kind donations such as clothing, electronics, furniture, and food, falsely claiming the contributions would support the charity’s objectives.

Rather than directing the donated goods toward charitable purposes, the group collected items through various representatives before reselling them for personal profit. Some of the goods were sold on local markets, while others were reportedly exported abroad. The scheme was repeated over time, generating estimated monthly profits of approximately 60,000 Kuwaiti dinars.

Authorities located the warehouse operated by the implicated company in the Amghara area and seized the donated items. Legal procedures related to the case have since been completed.

The Ministry of Interior emphasized its continuing efforts to monitor and prevent fraudulent activities involving charitable organizations in Kuwait. The investigation highlights concerns over the exploitation of charitable platforms for illicit financial gain and underscores the need for rigorous oversight in the collection and distribution of donations.