Kuwait Orders CID Probe Into Indian Expat Death
Kuwait Public Prosecution orders CID investigation into Indian expatriate's death in Hawally.
- A male Indian expatriate died after falling from a residential building in the Hawally area of Kuwait on August 27, 2026.
- The Kuwaiti Public Prosecution has ordered the Criminal Investigation Department to conduct a formal investigation.
- Authorities are checking whether the fall was accidental or if there is criminal suspicion involved.
Initial Report and Discovery
The incident was initially reported to the Kuwait Ministry of Interior's operations room. Upon arrival, security personnel found the man deceased on the ground. A security guard at the residential building informed authorities that the deceased resided in the building within a shared apartment. The guard reported hearing a loud noise from outside and discovering the victim's body upon investigation.
Current Investigation and Embassy Support
Authorities are currently questioning the guard regarding the presence of other individuals in the apartment at the time of the incident. While no formal charges have been filed, officials are examining the scene, building access, surveillance footage, and forensic findings. The identity, age, and profession of the deceased, as well as his home state in India, have not yet been disclosed. The Indian Embassy in Kuwait provides consular assistance for death registration and the repatriation of mortal remains. Required documentation for this process includes the original passport, a copy of the passport, an attested death certificate with English translation, and a police report. In instances where a sponsor fails to cover transportation costs or a family is unable to pay, the Indian Embassy offers assistance through its Death Registration Counter. Families can reach out via WhatsApp at +965 65505246, email at [email protected], or the general emergency line at +965 22562151. Additionally, the Embassy provides legal and labour-claim support for families seeking outstanding salaries or service dues.