The suspect accused of killing a family in Cairo’s Fifth Settlement reportedly confessed during prosecution investigations, providing details about the incident and the alleged motive behind the crime.

According to the investigation details released by Egyptian authorities, the suspect allegedly attempted to force the father to sign promissory notes under threat of a weapon while they were traveling along the Ain Sokhna Road.

When the victim refused, the suspect allegedly shot him before continuing with the plan that resulted in the deaths of his wife and two daughters.

Suspect Detained in Fifth Settlement Family Murder

The New Cairo Prosecution ordered the suspect to be detained for four days pending investigations into the deaths of the family members.

Authorities also ordered further investigations and inquiries to establish the full circumstances surrounding the case.

Details of the Suspect's Arrest

Egypt's Ministry of Interior previously announced details concerning the deaths of members of a family in the Fifth Settlement after reports circulated on social media.

According to the ministry, on August 10, police at the Fifth Settlement station received a report from a man stating that his brother, a printing-press owner living in the area, had gone missing and could not be contacted.

Blood and Bullet Marks Found in the Car

Police went to the man's residence and found his vehicle with blood stains and apparent bullet marks.

The body of his wife and the bodies of his two daughters were also found inside the wife's vehicle near their residence.

Investigators subsequently began collecting information and conducting inquiries to identify those responsible.

Suspect Identified and Arrested

Investigations led authorities to identify and arrest the alleged perpetrator.

The suspect was reportedly a friend of the victim and a retired man who lives in the Dokki district of Giza.

According to the Ministry of Interior, the weapon allegedly used in the crime was recovered based on information provided by the suspect.

Suspect's Confession During the Investigation

According to the authorities, the suspect admitted that he knew the victim kept significant amounts of money and gold bars at his home.

He reportedly said that he was experiencing financial difficulties and decided to kill the victim and steal his valuables.

The Victim Was Lured to Ain Sokhna Road

According to the reported confession, the suspect lured the victim into his car and then attacked him before firing a shot at him.

After allegedly confirming that the victim had died, the suspect took the keys to the family's residence and disposed of the body by leaving it behind a concrete barrier along Ain Sokhna Road.

Suspect Allegedly Lured the Wife and Daughters

The suspect then reportedly returned to the family's residence and contacted the victim's wife.

He allegedly told her that her husband had been involved in a traffic accident and had been taken to a hospital.

The woman then traveled in her car with her two daughters, accompanied by the suspect.

According to the authorities' account, the suspect subsequently fired shots at the three victims on the road, resulting in their deaths.

Attempt to Enter the Family Home

The suspect reportedly returned to the family's residence and left the wife's vehicle nearby with the victims' bodies inside.

He then allegedly covered the vehicle before attempting to enter the family's home to steal the money and gold bars.

However, he reportedly found the building's security guard present and was unable to enter.

According to the investigation account, the suspect then planned to return at night to complete the alleged robbery.

Investigation Continues

The victims' bodies were transferred, and the necessary legal procedures were taken.

The Public Prosecution is continuing its investigation into the case, while authorities conduct additional inquiries to determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident.

The suspect remains subject to the ongoing legal proceedings, and the final circumstances of the case will be determined through the investigation and judicial process.

What happened in the Fifth Settlement case?

According to Egyptian authorities, a man and his wife and two daughters were killed, with the victim's friend accused of carrying out the crime for robbery.

What was the alleged motive?

According to the reported confession, the suspect was facing financial difficulties and knew that the victim kept money and gold bars at his home.

Where did the incident take place?

The incident involved locations in the Fifth Settlement and along Ain Sokhna Road, according to the authorities.

What did the prosecution decide?

The New Cairo Prosecution ordered the suspect to be detained for four days pending investigations and ordered further inquiries.

Was the alleged weapon recovered?

Yes. Egypt's Ministry of Interior said the weapon allegedly used in the crime was recovered based on information provided by the suspect.