Beni Suef University Hospital arrests man impersonating medical intern

Beni Suef University Hospitals administration has confirmed the arrest of an individual who impersonated a medical intern within the university hospital wards. The individual, identified as Shehab Sobhi Moftah, was wearing a white lab coat and claiming to be a medical student undergoing practical training.

The incident was brought to light by medical interns who grew suspicious of the man's identity and his inability to provide proof of his medical studies. After questioning him, the interns reported the matter to the emergency department director, Dr. Mahmoud Hussein, who conducted a medical inquiry that revealed the man lacked medical training.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect is actually a 2025 graduate of the Higher Institute for Agricultural Cooperation and Guidance, rather than a medical student. Following the discovery, Dr. Emad El-Banna, the Executive Director of Beni Suef University Hospitals, ordered legal action and notified security authorities. The suspect has been detained pending further investigation into his motives and the circumstances of his unauthorized presence in the hospital wards.