The trial of lawyer Nasr El-Din A., widely known in the media as the “Maamoura Butcher”, has just commenced at the Alexandria Criminal Court, where he stands accused of committing three murders.

Complete Denial Before the Court
The defendant surprised the court by denying all the charges against him, insisting he did not commit any of the alleged murders. He claimed that his relationship with engineer Mohamed was limited to filing a legal complaint, and that their dealings ended without further issues.
Regarding his wife, Mona, he denied killing her, stating she was addicted to drugs and had been absent from home for long periods. He also claimed to have filed a missing person report months before her disappearance.
He added that he had only met the Turkish client once and knew nothing about the pit discovered at the property, asserting it had been there before he rented the house.



Request for Psychiatric Evaluation: “Are You Aware of What’s Happening?”
During the session, Nasr El-Din A. requested a psychiatric evaluation to assess his mental state. The judge responded by asking whether he was aware of what was happening, signaling concerns about the defendant's consciousness and mental clarity.

Background and Case Details
The Public Prosecution referred the defendant to trial after confirming his involvement in a series of murders that sparked widespread public controversy. The charges include the murder of his wife, Mona, as well as two clients—a man and a woman—about whom he allegedly gave detailed confessions during the investigation.
According to the findings, the defendant murdered engineer Mohamed Ibrahim deliberately after detaining him for several days and attempting to force him to relinquish property. He reportedly beat him severely and stabbed him in the thigh, which led to his death.
As for the murder of his wife, it allegedly stemmed from ongoing disputes and her persistent suspicions about his behavior. He is accused of strangling her following a physical assault.

Public Anticipation and Ongoing Investigations
Security agencies continue to investigate the case amid intense public and media interest, especially as the request for a psychiatric evaluation may significantly impact the course of the trial.