Kuwaiti Artist Shujoun Al-Hajri Arrested on Drug Charges Sparks Social Media Outrage

In an incident that sparked widespread controversy in Kuwait and the Gulf region, the Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior arrested the artist Shujoun Al-Hajri after finding drugs and psychotropic substances in her possession for the purpose of consumption, as part of an extensive security campaign carried out by the General Administration for Drug Control.

The ministry stated in a statement posted on its 'X' platform that the arrest operation came after careful monitoring and investigations that led to suspicion of the accused. Consequently, necessary legal measures were taken, and a raid was conducted, where quantities of cocaine, marijuana, and psychotropic substances were found in her possession.

The ministry also released a picture of the accused sitting on the ground with her hands tied behind her back, wearing a white shirt and gray pants. Informed sources confirmed that the picture belongs to the Kuwaiti artist Shujoun Al-Hajri.

The accused was referred to the competent authorities for further investigations. The Ministry of Interior affirmed that its anti-drug campaigns are ongoing as part of a strict security strategy targeting anyone who threatens the security and safety of society.

The news spread through the media and social media platforms, triggering a wide range of reactions. Many expressed shock at the involvement of a prominent artist like Shujoun in such a case, while others considered the publication of her picture in this manner as a form of defamation, pointing out that there are famous personalities who have been caught in similar cases without their pictures being published.

On the other hand, some called for dealing with the issue from a humanitarian perspective, considering that the accused may be ill and suffering from addiction, which requires psychological treatment and rehabilitation rather than just legal penalties.

Shujoun Al-Hajri is one of the leading stars in the Kuwaiti and Gulf entertainment industry. She started her artistic career at a young age and presented many television and theatrical works, especially those targeting children and teenagers.

So far, there has been no official statement or comment from Shujoun Al-Hajri or her representatives regarding the incident, amidst significant media and public attention to what the investigations will reveal in the coming days.