Kuwait Sets Up "Aman" Helpline To Combat Financial Fraud

 
 
 

In a concerted effort to address financial fraud and money laundering, Criminal Security, in collaboration with the Public Prosecution and the Kuwait Banking Association, has introduced an online helpdesk named "Aman." This initiative, operating continuously, facilitates the reporting of financial fraud cases, with reports being accepted 24/7 from all local banks.

The General Department of Criminal Investigation, under the Ministry of Interior, oversees the "Aman" helpdesk, which serves as a central hub for handling cases of financial fraud. Reports submitted through this platform trigger swift responses from the financial departments of local banks, leading to the prompt freezing of funds associated with victims' accounts.

During the period from 7/12/2023 to 9/1/2024, the initiative addressed a significant number of complaints, receiving a total of 285 reports amounting to an estimated sum of (495,973,933) KD. Immediate measures were implemented to freeze these funds, setting the stage for subsequent recovery efforts.

The Ministry of Interior emphasizes the importance of individuals promptly notifying their banks upon discovering any unauthorized transactions. The collaboration between law enforcement, the banking sector, and the public encourages a proactive approach to combat financial fraud.

 
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IFL  - Kuwait 2024