Security authorities at the Ministry of Interior uncovered the circumstances surrounding a video circulated on social media showing a man allegedly stealing several mobile phones from a commercial shop in the First October Police Department area in Giza.
Following investigations, authorities identified and arrested the person shown in the video.
He was identified as an unemployed man with a previous criminal record who resides in Kafr El Sheikh Governorate.
Stolen Phones and Earbuds Found
During the arrest, security authorities found three mobile phones and several earbuds in the suspect’s possession.
The items were identified as among the property reported stolen from the shop.
When questioned, the suspect admitted committing the theft on September 17, using a distraction technique to carry out the crime.
Suspect Admits to Another Theft
During questioning, the suspect also admitted to another theft carried out using the same method.
According to the investigation, he stole an amount of money from another commercial shop within the jurisdiction of the First Settlement Police Department.
He reportedly spent the stolen money on his personal needs.
Legal Action Taken
The necessary legal procedures were taken against the suspect following his arrest and the investigation into the reported incidents.
The case was uncovered after the circulation of a video that showed the alleged theft from the commercial shop in October.
Where did the phone theft take place?
The theft took place inside a commercial shop within the jurisdiction of the First October Police Department in Giza.
What was found in the suspect’s possession?
Authorities found three mobile phones and several earbuds that had reportedly been reported stolen.
How did the suspect allegedly commit the theft?
He admitted carrying out the theft using a distraction technique.
Did the suspect admit to another theft?
Yes. He admitted stealing money from another commercial shop in the First Settlement area using the same method.
What did he do with the stolen money?
He stated that he spent the stolen money on his personal needs.
