Zagazig Criminal Court Issues Verdict in Abu Hammad Child Murder Case

The Zagazig Criminal Court in Sharqia Governorate has concluded the case involving the murder of a three-year-old girl in Abu Hammad by sentencing the suspect to death by hanging after receiving the Grand Mufti of Egypt’s legal opinion approving the sentence.

The ruling came after the court heard the case and the closing arguments, concluding that the suspect intentionally killed his younger sister as stated in the referral order and the investigation findings.

Judicial Panel That Issued the Verdict

The ruling was issued under the presidency of Counselor Salama Gaballah, Chief Judge of the Zagazig Criminal Court, with Counselors Sami Zain El Abideen and Rafik Mohamed El Husseiny serving as panel members. Ahmed El Banna and Yamen Mahmoud acted as court clerks.

During the previous hearing, the court had referred the case papers to the Grand Mufti of Egypt for the required religious opinion regarding the death penalty and scheduled today's session for delivering the final verdict.

Details of the Abu Hammad Child Murder Case

The case, registered as No. 16579 of 2025 at Abu Hammad Criminal Court and No. 4079 of 2025 at South Zagazig Prosecution, began after the Public Prosecution referred the 23-year-old suspect, Amr A. M. A., to criminal trial.

The prosecution charged the suspect with intentionally killing his three-year-old sister, identified only by the initial "S.", following previous family disputes.

Suspect Charged With Premeditated Murder

According to the referral order, the suspect deliberately committed the murder with premeditation after planning and intending to carry out the crime.

The referral order also stated that the suspect used a bladed weapon, specifically a knife, to commit the offense, according to the investigation results.

Family Waived Civil Claims

During a previous court session, the victim's father and mother waived their civil claims in the case. However, the court continued hearing the criminal case because it constitutes a criminal offense against society.

Final Verdict

After completing the trial procedures and receiving the Grand Mufti's opinion, the Zagazig Criminal Court issued its final ruling sentencing the suspect to death by hanging, with the necessary legal procedures to be followed for the implementation of the sentence.

What was the verdict in the Abu Hammad child murder case?

The Zagazig Criminal Court sentenced the suspect to death by hanging after receiving the Grand Mufti's opinion.

Where did the crime take place?

The incident occurred in Abu Hammad, Sharqia Governorate.

How old was the victim?

The victim was three years old.

What charges were brought against the suspect?

He was charged with the premeditated murder of his younger sister using a knife.

Did the victim's family waive their rights?

Yes. The victim's parents waived their civil claims during one of the court sessions, but the court continued hearing the criminal case.