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Woman Arrested for Attempting to Exploit 9-Year-Old Child in Begging in Cairo

Tue , October 06 2026 / 05:48 PM By: Misr Connect 4 min read
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Egyptian security authorities uncovered an incident involving a woman accused of attempting to take a 9-year-old child after luring him, allegedly to exploit him in begging activities in Cairo

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Security authorities uncovered the circumstances surrounding a social media post accompanied by a photograph, alleging that a woman had attempted to abduct a child in Cairo for the purpose of exploiting him in begging and soliciting money from passersby.

Investigations revealed that a worker living within the jurisdiction of El-Marg Police Station had filed a complaint against a woman, accusing her of attempting to take his 9-year-old son after allegedly luring him while he was playing outside the family’s residential building.

Details of the Attempted Child Abduction in El-Marg

According to the investigation, the incident took place within the El-Marg district after the woman allegedly attempted to take the child while he was outside his home.

Security personnel identified and arrested the woman, who was found to be living in the same district.

A sum of money was also found in her possession, and the necessary legal procedures were initiated.

Suspect Admits Attempting to Exploit the Child for Begging

When confronted by authorities, the woman admitted to the reported incident, stating that she had attempted to take the child with the intention of exploiting him in begging and soliciting money from passersby.

She also stated that the money found in her possession was proceeds from her begging activity, according to the information contained in the investigation.

Legal Measures Taken Against the Suspect

Following the woman’s arrest and questioning, the necessary legal measures were taken against her while authorities continued examining the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The relevant authorities are continuing to review the details of the case based on the complaint, investigation findings and the suspect’s statements.

How old was the child involved in the incident?

The child was 9 years old and was playing outside his family’s residential building when the incident occurred.

Where did the incident take place?

The incident occurred within the jurisdiction of El-Marg Police Station in Cairo.

Why did the woman allegedly try to take the child?

According to her statement, she intended to exploit the child in begging and soliciting money from passersby.

Was the woman arrested?

Yes. Security authorities identified and arrested the woman, and a sum of money was found in her possession.

What happened after the arrest?

The necessary legal procedures were taken against the woman, while authorities continued investigating the circumstances of the incident.

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