Al-Hussein Hospital Baby Kidnapping Suspect Appeals 7-Year Sentence
The suspect convicted in the Al-Hussein Hospital baby kidnapping case has filed an appeal against the 7-year aggravated imprisonment sentence issued against her by Cairo Criminal Court in Abaseya.
Details of the Court Ruling
Seven-Year Aggravated Imprisonment Sentence
Cairo Criminal Court in Abaseya previously sentenced the defendant to seven years in aggravated imprisonment after finding her guilty of kidnapping a baby from Al-Hussein Hospital.
The ruling came after reviewing the case documents, investigations, and evidence related to the incident.
Suspect’s Confessions During Investigation
A Plan to Gain the Family’s Trust
During investigations, the suspect revealed details about how she carried out the crime, explaining that she used a planned approach to gain the baby’s family’s trust before committing the kidnapping.
She stated that she told the family her sister was about to give birth on the lower floor of the hospital, allowing her to remain inside without raising suspicion.
Details of the Kidnapping Plan
Staying Longer Inside the Hospital
The suspect said she created an argument with her sister-in-law’s mother to justify staying with the family for a longer period.
She explained that she was waiting for the woman to leave before carrying out her plan to take the baby.
Suspect’s Statements After the Incident
Naming the Baby "Malak"
The suspect stated that she intended to keep and raise the child, saying she chose the name "Malak" for her.
She added that she treated the baby as if she were her own daughter, held her close, and bought milk from a pharmacy after carrying out the kidnapping.
Case Developments
Appeal Awaiting Review
The legal process will continue as the appeal filed by the defendant against the sentence is reviewed according to the applicable procedures.
What was the sentence issued against the suspect?
She was sentenced to seven years of aggravated imprisonment.
Where did the kidnapping take place?
The incident occurred at Al-Hussein Hospital.
Why did the suspect file an appeal?
She appealed the prison sentence issued against her.
What did the suspect admit during investigations?
She admitted using a plan to gain the family’s trust before the incident.
What name did the suspect choose for the baby?
She said she named the baby "Malak."
