Egypt’s Ministry of Interior revealed the circumstances surrounding a social media post accompanied by photos showing a woman allegedly begging with a child on a street in Giza Governorate.

Two Women Arrested with Two Children

Following an investigation, security authorities identified and arrested the woman shown in the post and her daughter. Both reportedly have prior criminal records and reside in Giza.

The authorities found them accompanied by the daughter’s 22-day-old son and her brother’s 6-year-old son.

Women Admit to Using Children for Begging

When questioned, the two women admitted to exploiting the children to engage in begging and soliciting money from passersby, according to the investigation.

The necessary legal measures were taken against the two women as authorities continued addressing cases involving the exploitation of children in begging activities.

Where did the incident take place?

The incident took place on a street in Giza Governorate.

Who were the two women arrested?

The two suspects were a woman and her daughter, according to the reported investigation.

How old were the two children?

One child was 22 days old, while the other was 6 years old.

What did the women admit?

They admitted to exploiting the children for begging and soliciting passersby.

What action did authorities take?

The two women were arrested, and the necessary legal procedures were initiated.