Man Arrested for Allegedly Assaulting Ex-Wife in Alexandria

Egyptian security forces arrested a man in Alexandria accused of verbally and physically assaulting his ex-wife following a dispute over staying at her home

  Mon , August 31 2026 / 06:50 PM Updated At: 2026-08-31 18:50:57

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Security forces in Alexandria arrested an unemployed man accused of verbally and physically assaulting his ex-wife after a video circulated on social media showing the woman complaining about the alleged incident.

Details of the Alexandria Assault Case

Complaint Filed at El-Gomrok Police Department

The incident began on August 28, when a housewife living within El-Gomrok Police Department’s jurisdiction filed a complaint against her ex-husband, who is unemployed and lives in the same area.

She accused him of verbally and physically assaulting her, while stating that she did not suffer any injuries.

Investigations indicated that the incident followed a dispute between the two over the defendant’s attempt to stay with his ex-wife inside her residence.

Dispute Over Staying at the Residence

Argument Escalated Into Alleged Assault

According to the investigation, the defendant attempted to stay inside his ex-wife’s home, but she refused to allow him to do so.

An argument then broke out between them and allegedly escalated into verbal and physical assault.

After the necessary legal procedures were completed, security forces arrested the defendant. Investigations also indicated that he had previously been accused in other incidents.

Defendant Admits to the Incident

During questioning, the defendant admitted to committing the incident as described in the investigation.

He reportedly stated that the dispute over staying inside his ex-wife’s residence was the reason for the argument and subsequent assault.

The necessary legal measures were taken, and the defendant was referred to the competent authorities for further investigation.

Why was the man arrested?
He was arrested over allegations that he verbally and physically assaulted his ex-wife.

Where did the incident occur?
The incident occurred within the jurisdiction of El-Gomrok Police Department in Alexandria.

Was the woman injured?
According to the complaint, she did not suffer any injuries.

What caused the dispute?
The dispute reportedly began after the man attempted to stay at his ex-wife’s residence and she refused.

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