A disturbing viral video recently surfaced showing three high school girls violently attacking a 13-year-old schoolmate at a well-known international school in New Cairo’s Fifth Settlement. The incident, which has sparked widespread outrage, led to the arrest of the three students involved, and an investigation is currently underway. Here’s everything you need to know about the incident and the actions taken in response.
The Assault: What Happened?
The video, which quickly spread across social media, shows a brutal attack on a sixth-grade student by her classmate and her older sister. The medical report confirmed that the victim, aged 13, sustained significant injuries, including head bruises and a fractured nose, as a result of the assault.
The confrontation reportedly began with a verbal dispute, which escalated into physical violence when the perpetrators—two students from the same school—attacked the victim with violent force. One of the attackers was the victim’s classmate, and the other was her older sister, who had come to the school to assist in the attack.
Legal Actions and Arrests
Following the viral video, the New Cairo Prosecution took immediate action and arrested the three students involved in the assault. An investigation into the incident is currently underway as authorities work to gather more details about the events leading up to the attack and the circumstances surrounding it.
The victim’s condition has been reported as stable, although she required medical attention and treatment for her injuries. As the investigation continues, the Prosecution is working to determine the full extent of the crime and the legal measures to be taken.
Ministerial Response: School Under Supervision
In response to the violent assault, Minister of Education Mohamed Abdel Latif ordered the formation of a committee to investigate the incident. After reviewing the findings from the committee’s investigation, the Minister decided to place the school under financial and administrative supervision. This action underscores the seriousness of the situation and aims to ensure that the school takes the necessary steps to address the incident and prevent such occurrences in the future.
Expulsions and Suspensions
The actions taken by the Ministry of Education in the wake of the incident have been swift and decisive. The students who directly participated in the assault have been permanently expelled from the school. Additionally, they have been banned from enrolling in any school until the beginning of the next academic year. This measure serves as a strong statement that such behavior will not be tolerated in Egypt’s educational institutions.
Furthermore, the Minister also issued a two-week suspension for the students who passively participated by filming and sharing the video on social media without permission. These students have been criticized for exacerbating the situation by spreading the violent footage online, further violating the school’s code of conduct.
What Happens Next?
As investigations continue, the Ministry of Education and the New Cairo Prosecution are working to ensure that the incident is thoroughly examined and that appropriate legal actions are taken. The case has drawn attention to issues of bullying, student behavior, and the role of schools in providing a safe environment for all students.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of responsible social media use and highlights the need for greater oversight in educational institutions to prevent such violence in the future.
As the legal process unfolds, the community remains focused on seeking justice for the victim and ensuring that appropriate steps are taken to prevent such incidents from recurring in the future.
