Police Arrest Tuk-Tuk Driver and Companion After Assaulting Pharmacist in Alexandria

Egyptian police arrested a tuk-tuk driver and his companion after they allegedly insulted a pharmacist and damaged his car following a traffic dispute in Alexandria.

  Sun , July 26 2026 / 05:41 PM Updated At: 2026-07-26 17:41:59

Police Reveal Incident Details

Egypt's Ministry of Interior has revealed the circumstances surrounding a viral social media video showing a pharmacist complaining about a tuk-tuk driver who allegedly insulted him and damaged his vehicle during a traffic dispute in Alexandria.

According to police, the incident occurred on July 20, when the pharmacist reported that a tuk-tuk blocked his licensed private car before the driver and his companion got out, verbally assaulted him, and caused damage to his vehicle following a disagreement over the right of way.

Suspects Arrested

Security forces identified and seized the tuk-tuk shown in the video, which was operating without license plates. The driver and his companion, both with prior criminal records, were arrested.

During questioning, the suspects admitted their involvement, confirming that the confrontation stemmed from a dispute over traffic priority.

Legal Measures Taken

Authorities impounded the tuk-tuk and completed all legal procedures before referring the suspects to the competent investigative authorities.

Why were the suspects arrested?

They were arrested for allegedly insulting a pharmacist and damaging his vehicle after a traffic dispute.

Where did the incident happen?

The incident took place in El-Dekheila district of Alexandria.

What did the suspects confess?

They admitted the altercation was caused by a disagreement over the right of way.

What action did the police take?

Police arrested the suspects, seized the tuk-tuk, and initiated legal proceedings.

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