Suspect Arrested for Scamming Citizens Using Fake University Certificates

Security authorities arrested a person accused of operating a social media page to scam citizens by claiming to provide authenticated university certificates in exchange for money

  Mon , August 10 2026 / 06:58 PM Updated At: 2026-08-10 18:58:26

Security authorities arrested a person accused of operating a social media page and using it to defraud citizens and obtain their money by deceiving them into believing that he could provide authenticated university certificates in exchange for money.

Suspect Arrested for Promoting Fake University Certificates

The General Administration for Combating Information Technology Crimes at the Telecommunications and Information Technology Systems Sector, in coordination with the Public Security Sector, monitored the activities of a person operating a social media page.

The suspect allegedly used the page to promote his criminal activity, claiming that he could provide authenticated university certificates to people seeking them in exchange for money.

Details of the Suspect’s Arrest

Following investigations and examination, security authorities identified and arrested the person operating the page.

Investigations revealed that the suspect was unemployed and lived within the jurisdiction of the First Shubra El-Kheima Police Department in Qalyubia Governorate.

Security authorities found a mobile phone in his possession. Upon examining it, they discovered evidence confirming his alleged activity, along with a number of certificates purportedly issued by a university.

A laptop and a printer were also seized. Preliminary investigations indicated that they had been used as part of the activity under investigation.

Suspect’s Confession and Legal Procedures

When confronted, the suspect admitted to engaging in the alleged criminal activity as described in the security investigations.

The necessary legal procedures were taken, while the Public Prosecution took over the investigation to determine the circumstances of the incident and complete the required legal procedures.

How did the suspect scam citizens?

The suspect operated a social media page through which he claimed that he could provide authenticated university certificates in exchange for money.

Where does the suspect live?

According to the investigations, the suspect lives within the jurisdiction of the First Shubra El-Kheima Police Department in Qalyubia Governorate.

What did security authorities find in the suspect’s possession?

Authorities seized a mobile phone containing evidence linked to the alleged activity, a number of certificates purportedly issued by a university, as well as a laptop and a printer.

What happened after the suspect was arrested?

The necessary legal procedures were taken, and the Public Prosecution began investigating the incident.

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