ALBAWABA - An Egyptian criminal court has sentenced a woman and her partner to 15 years in prison with hard labor after convicting them of the brutal murder of the woman’s young daughter, Kenzy. The ruling comes in response to a disturbing case that drew nationwide outrage and calls for justice.
The tragic incident occurred in December 2024, when the mother and her 21-year-old lover, a fruit vendor identified as Ahmed A.M., violently assaulted the child during what was described as routine childlike behavior. According to forensic findings, the mother, Riham T.M., 40, used a heated metal spoon as part of the punishment, inflicting fatal injuries.
Investigations revealed that the couple plotted to harm the girl, detaining her inside the mother's home where she endured repeated physical abuse. The forensic report confirmed that the child’s injuries were extensive and ultimately led to her death.
The Egyptian Public Prosecution filed formal charges of premeditated murder against both suspects and referred the case to the criminal court. The court found them guilty and issued a 15-year prison sentence for each.
Legal experts and child protection advocates have described the verdict as a firm message against violence toward children. Authorities emphasized that the harsh punishment is intended to deter similar crimes and uphold the rights of vulnerable children in Egypt.
