Lawyer Abdel Aziz El-Tahamy, representing Ismail Dollar, revealed details surrounding the arrest of his client and others following a dispute over the rental value of several cafés inside the Cairo Capital Hub project on Abdel Meguid Mahmoud Axis in Mokattam.

The defense explained that the incident began with financial and rental disputes between several tenants and the owner of SGS company, before escalating into a verbal altercation that prompted the intervention of the authorities.

Details of the Incident Involving the Café Owners

Ismail Dollar’s defense said the incident began with an emergency call at around 7:15 p.m. on Sunday, August 23, 2026, concerning financial disputes between several tenants and Bahi M.S., the owner of SGS and the original tenant of the property.

The defense added that the initial report mentioned a verbal altercation between the parties before an official police report was filed in the early hours of Monday, August 24.

Statements from 9 Tenants

Ismail Dollar’s defense stated that the report included statements from nine tenants, who accused Bahi M.S. in connection with disputes over the property and rental fees.

The authorities are continuing to examine the details of the incident and the statements of all parties to determine the facts of the dispute and the allegations exchanged.

Why Was Ismail Dollar at the Project?

Ismail Dollar’s defense explained that an agreement with the owner of SGS involved Dollar for Artistic Production and Private Security providing security services at the location.

The defense added that Ismail Dollar was present at the project to inspect the site, according to the report, and that his visit had been arranged with the company’s owner and lawyer Magdy Khalil, a company executive.

Ismail Dollar’s Defense Denies Thuggery Allegations

The defense emphasized that, according to its account, the incident involved financial and rental disputes as well as a verbal altercation between the parties.

It also denied any incidents involving thuggery, intimidation, exerting control, or terrorizing tenants, stressing that prosecutors are currently examining the circumstances of the incident and determining the facts behind the allegations exchanged by the parties.

Investigation Examines Circumstances of the Incident

The investigating authorities are continuing to examine the police report and hear statements from the parties involved, while also reviewing details related to the financial and rental disputes at the center of the case.

The ongoing investigation is expected to determine the next legal steps based on its findings.

What Caused the Ismail Dollar Incident in Mokattam?

The incident stems from financial and rental disputes involving several cafés inside the Cairo Capital Hub project.

When Was the Report Filed?

The report began on Sunday evening, August 23, 2026, before an official police report was filed in the early hours of Monday.

What Did Ismail Dollar’s Defense Say?

The defense said his client was at the project to inspect the site and denied allegations of thuggery, exerting control, or terrorizing tenants.

Have the Investigations Concluded?

No. The investigating authorities were continuing to examine the circumstances of the incident and the allegations exchanged between the parties.