Alleged Kidnapping Video in Cairo Tops Trends .. Prosecution Reveals the Truth
In an incident that sparked widespread controversy in recent hours, a short video became the talk of social media in Egypt, after a girl claimed she was the victim of an attempted kidnapping in one of the capital's most famous squares, only for investigations to reveal a shocking surprise: the story was completely fabricated!
* Serious Allegation in the Heart of Cairo
The story began with a video posted by an account named (wizz_mino), in which a girl warned other girls against going to the Abdel Moneim Riad area near Tahrir Square in the heart of Cairo, claiming she was harassed and attempted to be kidnapped by an unknown person.
The clip spread rapidly, causing a state of anxiety and anger, with calls for an investigation and swift action.
* Quick Security Response and Revealing the Truth
The security agencies monitored the circulating video and began examining surveillance cameras in the vicinity of the mentioned location, in addition to conducting the necessary investigations.
The result was decisive:
No kidnapping or attempted assault was recorded at the time or location indicated, raising doubts about the validity of the narrative.
* Confrontation with Evidence and Full Admission
When confronted with the investigation results and the footage from the cameras, the girl admitted that the incident was entirely fabricated.
She explained that she works in visual design and storytelling, and that she prepared a filmed scenario using her editing skills, aiming to attract attention and achieve widespread popularity through “trending”.
She justified her actions by claiming she sought to raise awareness about harassment issues, but investigations revealed through examining her mobile phone that original fragmented clips were used to create the circulating video.
* Charges and Pretrial Detention
The public prosecution charged the accused with spreading false news that could disturb public peace and incite panic among citizens, and ordered her pretrial detention pending investigations.
The case has brought to the forefront the dangers of pursuing “trending” at any cost, especially when it involves issues that affect community security and raise real fears among citizens.
