Security authorities uncovered the circumstances surrounding a video circulated on social media showing a woman assaulting a child with special needs in Qalyubia.
Investigations found that the incident took place on July 28, when the child was receiving a speech therapy session at his home.
Child’s Father Reports the Incident
On July 29, the First Obour Police Department received a report from the director of a company and the child’s father, who lives within the department’s jurisdiction.
The father reported a speech therapist living in Cairo’s First El Salam district, accusing her of physically assaulting his son, who has special needs, while providing him with a speech therapy session.
The father explained that the assault did not cause the child any injuries. He discovered the incident after reviewing surveillance cameras installed inside his son’s room.
Speech Therapist Taken Into Custody
After the necessary legal procedures were completed, security authorities arrested the woman named in the complaint.
When confronted, she admitted to committing the incident as described. She reportedly said that her actions were motivated by a desire to make the child more aware.
Legal Procedures Underway
The necessary legal measures were taken against the accused, while the Public Prosecution assumed responsibility for investigating the incident and examining all of its circumstances.
What happened to the child?
The child was allegedly assaulted during a speech therapy session at his home, according to the report and initial investigations.
How did the child’s father discover the incident?
He discovered the incident after reviewing surveillance camera footage installed inside his son’s room.
Was the child injured?
According to the report, the assault did not result in any injuries to the child.
Who was arrested in connection with the incident?
A speech therapist who was providing the child with a therapy session was arrested after the necessary legal procedures were completed.
What happened after the arrest?
The necessary legal procedures were taken, and the Public Prosecution began investigating the incident.
