India

Kuwait: 3 Indians detained in Mangaf fire released on bail

On June 12, a massive fire in the Mangaf area in Kuwait’s Ahmadi Governorate, triggered by an electrical short circuit in a guard's room, killed 50 people, including 46 Indians.

Kuwait: In connection with the Al-Mangaf building fire case, the detention renewal judge ordered on Wednesday, July 10, to release a Kuwaiti national, three Indians, and four Egyptians on bail of Dinars 300 each, local media reported.

ADVERTISEMENT

On June 12, a massive fire in the Mangaf area in Kuwait’s Ahmadi Governorate, triggered by an electrical short circuit in a guard’s room, killed 50 people, including 46 Indians.

Many dead and injured individuals suffocated due to smoke inhalation after being trapped in a building due to the fire.

ADVERTISEMENT

On June 19, Kuwait’s Public Prosecution ordered the detention of the defendants for two weeks. They were charged with manslaughter and negligence.

ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

This post was last modified on July 10, 2024 10:03 pm

Share
Sakina Fatima

Sakina Fatima, a digital journalist with Siasat.com, has a master's degree in business administration and is a graduate in mass communication and journalism. Sakina covers topics from the Middle East, with a leaning towards human interest issues.

Load more...