A competent court has rejected an appeal filed by two friends of Egyptian blogger Krawan Mashakel against a decision to detain them for 45 days pending investigations into allegations that they assaulted his brother.
The incident reportedly took place inside a home in the Hadayek El-Qobba area of Cairo.
45-Day Detention Renewed
Earlier, the competent investigative authorities renewed the detention of Krawan Mashakel’s two friends for 45 days pending investigations.
The detention relates to allegations that the two men assaulted his brother following a dispute inside the residence.
Details of the Dispute
Preliminary investigations revealed details of an altercation that reportedly occurred inside the home of TikToker Krawan Mashakel in Hadayek El-Qobba.
According to the initial investigation, the dispute began after his brother objected to the presence of the two men inside the home.
The argument reportedly escalated into a physical confrontation, resulting in an injury to his hand.
Brother Files Official Report
In an official report, Krawan Mashakel’s brother stated that the dispute initially began with a person known as “Batata” after he objected to the latter sitting with them inside the house.
He reportedly stated that the confrontation escalated into an alleged assault involving a bladed weapon, leaving him injured in his hand.
Both Sides Reportedly Injured
Authorities determined that a verbal dispute had taken place after the complainant confronted the two men over their presence at his home alongside his brother, Krawan Mashakel.
The confrontation reportedly escalated into a physical altercation.
The complainant sustained a cut to his right hand, while “Batata” reportedly suffered an injury to the back of his head.
The complainant also reportedly said that the two men had been spending significant amounts of time at the house because of Krawan Mashakel’s frequent live broadcasts.
Two Suspects Arrested
Security authorities previously arrested two men identified as “Batata” and “Fares,” who were described as friends of blogger Krawan Mashakel.
Their arrest followed allegations that they assaulted his brother inside his home in Hadayek El-Qobba after he objected to their presence.
The necessary legal procedures were taken following their arrest.
Appeal Against Detention Rejected
After the defendants appealed the detention decision, the competent court rejected the appeal.
As a result, the 45-day detention order pending investigations remains in effect.
Investigations are continuing to establish the full circumstances of the altercation and determine the legal responsibilities of those involved.
Why were Krawan Mashakel’s friends detained?
They were detained pending investigations into allegations that they assaulted his brother inside his home.
How long is the detention?
The detention was renewed for 45 days pending investigations.
Who are the suspects?
The two suspects were identified as “Batata” and “Fares,” described as friends of Krawan Mashakel.
How did the dispute begin?
According to preliminary investigations, it began after Krawan Mashakel’s brother objected to the two men being inside his home.
Were there injuries?
Yes. Krawan Mashakel’s brother reportedly suffered a cut to his right hand, while “Batata” sustained an injury to the back of his head.
