The Sudanese pilot accused of possessing crystal meth and drug-use tools at Cairo Airport denied any connection to the seized items during questioning by investigators in Al Nozha.
The suspect, identified as Mohamed S., said during questioning that he does not use illegal drugs and stated that his consumption is limited to alcoholic beverages, according to his account.
Pilot Explains His Presence in Egypt
The suspect explained that he had been in Egypt to attend an aviation-related training course before heading to Cairo Airport to travel to Sudan and resume his work.
He also said that he regularly visits Egypt because of the nature of his work as a pilot, while denying any connection to the substances and tools reportedly seized during the incident.
Defense Challenges Arrest and Search Procedures
The pilot's lawyer, Renad Taha, argued that the arrest and search procedures were invalid and that her client had no connection to the seized items.
The defense also argued that the allegations were malicious and fabricated and challenged the plausibility of the reported circumstances. It further disputed the validity of the statement allegedly attributed to the suspect in the arrest report.
The lawyer requested the suspect's release under any financial guarantee deemed appropriate by the prosecution, citing the nature of his profession as a commercial pilot.
Pilot Arrested at Cairo Airport
Earlier, Cairo Airport officers arrested a Sudanese passenger who works as a captain for a Sudanese airline before he boarded an aircraft operated by the same company.
According to the reported incident, authorities found crystal meth and tools allegedly used for consuming the drug in his possession before taking the required legal measures.
Pilot Released on 20,000 Egyptian Pound Bail
Investigators previously ordered the suspect's release on bail of 20,000 Egyptian pounds after he was referred for a forensic medical examination.
The competent authorities are continuing their investigation into the case, while the suspect and his lawyer maintain that he has no connection to the seized items and continue to rely on the legal arguments presented by the defense.
What does the Sudanese pilot say about the allegations?
He denies any connection to the seized items and says he does not use illegal drugs.
What was reportedly found in the pilot's possession?
The reported seizures included crystal meth and tools allegedly used for consuming the drug.
What did the defense argue?
The defense challenged the arrest and search procedures and denied the suspect's connection to the seized items.
How much was the pilot's bail?
The investigation authorities ordered his release on bail of 20,000 Egyptian pounds.
Why was the pilot in Egypt?
He said he was attending an aviation training course before traveling from Cairo Airport to Sudan.
