In a shocking case that shocked the nation, a Kuwaiti national has been sentenced to death for killing his mother-in-law with a Kalashnikov rifle. The vicious act was carried out while trying to hunt down his estranged wife, resulting in a gruesome twist of events.
The incident began when the man rushed into his mother-in-law’s residence, assuming his wife was taking refuge there. After being unable to find her, he opened fire on the old woman, shooting her dead in the presence of other family members. The attack sent the entire community reeling and calling for justice.
The authorities immediately arrested the man and initiated a high-profile investigation. At trial, the prosecution contended that the murder had been premeditated and based on domestic vengeance, characterizing it as a cold-blooded killing. The court identified no mitigating factors and imposed the death sentence.
The ruling has fueled broader controversy in Kuwait regarding domestic violence and gun access. Activists now demand more stringent protective measures for women and tougher gun control, particularly in the home where tensions can all too often turn deadly.
