The Egyptian Ministry of Interior has revealed the circumstances surrounding a video circulated on social media showing a person claiming that another individual assaulted him verbally and physically and made an offensive gesture violating public morals in Cairo.

Investigation Into the Viral Video

Police Report Filed

Authorities stated that on July 3, a public supply office owner residing in Heliopolis filed a complaint at El-Sahel Police Department in Cairo, accusing a person of getting out of a private car and assaulting him verbally and physically.

The complainant reported suffering a chest bruise as a result of the incident, which followed a dispute after his vehicle unintentionally moved toward the other person’s car while driving on a street in the area.

Suspect and Vehicle Identified

Admission During Questioning

Security forces identified and seized the private vehicle involved in the incident, which was found to have expired registration.

The driver shown in the video was arrested and identified as a bank employee residing in the same police district. During questioning, he admitted to committing the incident due to the dispute mentioned.

Legal Procedures

Vehicle Seized

Authorities confirmed that the vehicle was seized and the necessary legal procedures were taken, while investigations continue to clarify all details surrounding the incident.

Where did the assault incident happen?

The incident occurred within El-Sahel Police Department’s jurisdiction in Cairo.

What caused the dispute?

The dispute started after an unintentional vehicle maneuver toward the suspect’s car.

Who is the suspect?

The suspect is the driver shown in the video and works as a bank employee.

Was the vehicle seized?

Yes, the vehicle was seized and found to have expired registration.

What actions were taken?

Legal procedures were initiated and the vehicle was placed under seizure.