Egyptian authorities have uncovered the circumstances surrounding the activities of a person who allegedly operated a social media page claiming he could provide citizens' data registered with telecommunications companies in exchange for money.
The case was investigated by the General Administration for Combating Information Technology Crimes, in coordination with the Public Security Sector.
Investigators determined that the page operator allegedly attracted potential victims by claiming he could obtain the requested data for a fee.
Page Operator Identified and Arrested
Following investigations, security authorities identified and arrested the person operating the page.
Authorities said the suspect is a student residing within the jurisdiction of the Imbaba Police Department in Giza.
Two mobile phones were found in his possession. Upon examination, the devices reportedly contained evidence linking him to the alleged criminal activity.
Suspect Admits Creating the Page
When confronted, the suspect admitted to creating and operating the page for the purpose of defrauding citizens.
He allegedly told victims that he could provide customer data registered with telecommunications companies, despite not actually possessing any such data.
Victims Paid Money Before Contact Was Cut
According to the suspect's statement, he collected money from victims after convincing them that he could provide the requested information.
After receiving the payments, he allegedly shut off his phone and stopped communicating with them.
Authorities said the activity was based on deceiving victims into believing that the suspect had access to telecommunications customer data that he did not actually possess.
Legal Measures Taken
The necessary legal procedures were taken against the suspect as part of ongoing efforts to combat information technology crimes and online fraud conducted through social media platforms.
What is the suspect accused of?
He is accused of defrauding citizens through a social media page.
What did the suspect claim?
He allegedly claimed that he could provide customer data registered with telecommunications companies in exchange for money.
Did the suspect actually possess the customer data?
According to his admission, he did not possess the data he claimed he could provide.
How did he allegedly obtain money from victims?
He allegedly asked victims to transfer money and then shut off his phone after receiving the payments.
Where does the suspect live?
Authorities said he is a student residing within the jurisdiction of the Imbaba Police Department in Giza.
