Beit Fatim founder's trial resumes over trafficking and assault of four girls

Cairo Criminal Court resumed Monday the trial of Beit Fatim founder Mohamed Taher, accused of human trafficking and forcible indecent assault of four girls.

• Cairo Criminal Court resumed Monday the trial of Beit Fatim founder Mohamed Taher, accused of human trafficking, forcible indecent assault and harassment.
• The referral order alleges offenses from December 2017 to January 2026, including exploiting victims' psychological, social and economic conditions under the guise of support.
• A technical examination found closed WhatsApp groups and Facebook pages the accused used to lure girls, according to the anti-trafficking unit's report.
• Taher, a journalist registered with Egypt's press syndicate in 2012, admitted to relationships with and assaults on the victims after luring them.
• Cairo Criminal Court adjourned Taher's trial until Tuesday to take procedures for recusing the court.
• The prosecution warned against publishing any information identifying the victims or witnesses.