Ticket Collector Detained After Deadly Train Incident Near Tanta
What Went Down on the Train
Earlier Monday, a newsflash erupted in the Nile Delta when a ticket collector named Magdi Ibrahim was grabbed by the authorities over a set of choking events that led to a man’s death.
- Two vendors, refusing to buy tickets, were asked to get off the moving train or hand over their IDs.
- One, Mohamed Eid, tragically leapt off the carriage and was decapitated by the train.
- The other, Ahmed Samir, took bruises and abrasions that left him in obvious distress.
Why Ibrahim was Detained
The public prosecutor didn’t mince words. Ibrahim was accused of encouraging the jump and putting the safety of two passengers at risk. He’s now locked up for four days while investigators dig into the incident.
Counter‑Narratives from the Transport Ministry
Transport Minister Kamel al‑Wazir claimed the men jumped as the train slowed at a disused station. He also promised a 100,000 EGP payout to Eid’s family and a job for a relative at the Railway Authority, while Samir received 20,000 EGP in compensation.
Railway Authority’s Take
The authority said the two men were vendors who refused to buy tickets and then jumped. No mention of Ibrahim’s directive. They also announced a “rehabilitation and training programme” for all staff who interact with passengers.
Social Media Storm
- Users posted: “How much is the ticket? = Your life!”
- Trending hashtags: “الذبيحة التذاكر” (“Ticket Martyr”) appeared on Facebook and Twitter.
- Critics blamed Wazir, a former army general, linking the incident to a broader austerity push under President Sisi.
Final Thought
In the end, the tragic tale is a stark reminder that when authorities act like a strict drill sergeant, the consequences can be fatal—and the bright side? At least the complaint was made in human terms, with some folks even trying to add a little humor to the dark news.
