Initial investigations revealed details surrounding the injuries of four children who suffered burns after a chemical reaction occurred inside an educational laboratory in Cairo’s First Settlement.
The incident took place during an educational trip organized by the owner of an unlicensed nursery.
Details of the Children’s Injuries
According to the initial investigations, the nursery owner filed a police report stating that he had taken a number of children on an educational trip to another nursery that contained a laboratory for conducting educational experiments and chemical reactions.
During one of the experiments, a chemical reaction occurred, resulting in burn injuries to four children.
Children Transferred to Ahl Masr Hospital
Following the incident, the injured children were transferred to Ahl Masr Hospital for Burns to receive the necessary medical care.
The nursery owner accused the center’s manager of causing the children’s injuries due to negligence during the educational experiment.
Security Forces Arrest Center Manager
Security forces managed to arrest the center’s manager, who is 37 years old, in connection with the incident.
During questioning, he stated that a chemical reaction had occurred during the experiment, resulting in the children’s injuries.
A police report was filed, and the competent investigative authorities were notified to conduct further investigations and determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
How many children were injured?
Four children suffered burn injuries in the incident.
Where did the incident occur?
The incident occurred inside an educational laboratory in Cairo’s First Settlement.
Why were the children at the laboratory?
They were participating in an educational trip organized by an unlicensed nursery.
Where were the injured children taken?
They were transferred to Ahl Masr Hospital for Burns to receive medical care.
Was anyone arrested?
Yes. Security forces arrested the manager of the educational center, and the competent authorities began their investigation.
