Egyptian security authorities uncovered the circumstances surrounding a video circulated on social media showing several people allegedly setting fire to electrical cables to extract valuable metals in Giza.
Investigations led to the identification and arrest of the two people shown in the video. Both were unemployed and lived in Giza, while one of them had previous criminal records.
Suspects Arrested Over Streetlight Cable Theft
During questioning, the two suspects allegedly admitted to stealing cables from streetlight poles and setting them on fire to melt the outer material and extract the copper inside.
Investigations also indicated that the suspects sold the recovered copper to another individual who was allegedly aware that the material was stolen.
Scrap Warehouse Owner Arrested
Authorities identified the person who allegedly purchased the stolen copper from the suspects as the owner of a scrap warehouse in the Talbiya police district.
He was subsequently arrested, and authorities reportedly found a quantity of stolen copper wires in his possession.
Legal procedures were initiated against all those involved as the investigation continued.
Video Leads to Identification of Suspects
The case began after a video circulated on social media showing individuals setting fire to electrical cables.
Security authorities examined the footage and conducted investigations that led to the identification and arrest of the two people appearing in the video.
Their statements reportedly revealed how the cables were obtained and how the extracted copper was sold.
The operation forms part of ongoing efforts to combat the theft of electrical infrastructure and the illegal handling of stolen materials.
What were the two suspects accused of doing?
According to the investigation, they allegedly stole cables from streetlight poles and burned them to extract copper.
How many people were arrested?
Two people shown in the video were arrested, along with the owner of a scrap warehouse allegedly involved in purchasing the stolen material.
What was found at the scrap warehouse owner’s possession?
Authorities found a quantity of stolen copper wires.
Where did the main suspects live?
The two suspects shown in the video lived in Giza, while the scrap warehouse owner lived within the Talbiya police district.
How were the suspects identified?
Authorities identified them after examining a social-media video showing people setting fire to electrical cables.
