Egyptian security authorities have revealed the circumstances surrounding a viral video that appeared to show a minibus driver attempting to kidnap a woman in Alexandria.
According to the Ministry of Interior, the incident was not a kidnapping attempt but stemmed from a domestic dispute between the woman and her husband.
Complaint Filed
Police said that on July 15, the victim, a housewife living in Alexandria, reported that her husband assaulted her following a marital dispute.
She suffered bruising around her left eye during the altercation.
What Happened?
Bystanders Mistook the Incident for Kidnapping
Investigators found that the husband, a minibus driver with a previous criminal record, assaulted his wife before attempting to force her into his vehicle.
Witnesses believed she was being kidnapped and intervened, successfully pulling her out of the vehicle.
Arrest and Vehicle Seizure
Police later identified and seized the minibus involved in the incident.
Authorities found that the vehicle's license had expired, while the driver admitted during questioning that the incident occurred as described in the investigation.
Legal measures have been taken against him.
Separate Traffic Violation in Cairo
In a separate incident, Egyptian police arrested another minibus driver after a video showed him driving against traffic in Cairo, putting lives at risk.
Authorities discovered that the vehicle had expired registration and that the driver had no valid driving license.
He admitted driving the wrong way to shorten his route, and legal action was taken.
Was it an actual kidnapping attempt?
No. Police confirmed the incident resulted from a domestic dispute.
Where did the incident occur?
In Alexandria, Egypt.
Was the husband arrested?
Yes. He was arrested and legal procedures were initiated.
What was the condition of the vehicle?
The minibus had expired registration and was seized by authorities.
What happened in the Cairo case?
A separate minibus driver was arrested for driving against traffic without a valid license.
