Egypt refers popular TikToker to criminal court
The El-Waily Prosecution Office has ordered the referral of a TikTok user in Egypt to criminal trial on charges of inciting immorality and debauchery, and publishing videos that violate societal values.
The General Administration for Combating Morality Crimes, in coordination with the Cairo Security Directorate's investigations unit, successfully arrested the TikToker, identified as Z.T., in the El-Wayli area after tracking his hiding place.
He faces charges of publishing indecent videos that contradict the values and traditions of society, committing acts contrary to public morals, and broadcasting content that incites immorality and debauchery via social media platforms.
Authorities found 1700 Egyptian pounds and two mobile phones in his possession, suspected of being used to broadcast the illegal videos.
An official report of the incident was filed, and the accused was referred to the relevant authorities who initiated investigations with him, in preparation for taking the necessary legal procedures.
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