Interior Ministry Arrests Suspect Accused of Threatening Woman and Her Child in Alexandria

The Egyptian Interior Ministry revealed details of a viral video showing a man allegedly threatening a woman and her child in Smouha, Alexandria, and announced his arrest.

  Sat , July 25 2026 / 05:40 PM Updated At: 2026-07-25 17:40:25

The Egyptian Ministry of Interior revealed the details surrounding a widely circulated video on social media showing a man allegedly attempting to assault a female driver who was accompanied by her child and threatening her while claiming to have an official status in the Smouha area of Alexandria.

Details of the Smouha Alexandria Incident

The Interior Ministry stated that investigations revealed a report was filed at Sidi Gaber Police Department by a housewife residing in the area, who complained against the driver of a private car.

The woman accused him of verbally insulting her, attempting to assault her, and threatening her while claiming to have a certain official capacity.

Investigations showed that the incident occurred while she was driving her car on one of the streets within the department’s jurisdiction, following a dispute between both parties over right of way.

Arrest of the Suspect Driver

Security forces managed to identify and arrest the vehicle and its driver, who was found to be a partner in a contracting company and a resident of Sidi Gaber district.

During questioning, the suspect admitted committing the incident as reported, explaining that the dispute over traffic priority was the reason behind the confrontation.

Legal Actions Taken Against the Defendant

The Interior Ministry confirmed that the vehicle was seized and that the necessary legal procedures were taken against the suspect, while investigations continue to clarify all circumstances surrounding the incident.

Viral Video Sparks Public Reaction

The circulated video sparked widespread reactions on social media platforms, showing a confrontation between a man and a woman who was accompanied by her child.

Following the spread of the video, security authorities investigated the incident, identified the suspect, and announced his arrest.

Where did the incident involving the woman and her child occur?

The incident took place in Smouha, within the jurisdiction of Sidi Gaber Police Department in Alexandria.

What caused the dispute between the two parties?

The Interior Ministry stated that the dispute began over traffic right of way.

Was the accused person arrested?

Yes, security forces identified and arrested the driver and took legal action against him.

What happened to the vehicle involved in the incident?

The vehicle was seized by authorities as part of the legal procedures.

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