The South Giza Criminal Court has ordered actress Hala Sedky to pay 100,000 Saudi Riyals to her former assistant. The ruling follows a legal dispute between the two parties regarding a reward associated with the television program “Shukran Million.”
Details of the Financial Dispute
The legal battle began when the assistant filed a report accusing Sedky of fraud and breach of trust. The assistant claimed that the actress had seized 100,000 Saudi Riyals, which were intended as compensation for her appearance on the TV show.
Criminal Allegations Against the Assistant
In a separate development, the Public Prosecution has taken action against the former assistant, Hala Sedky George Younan’s employee. The assistant is accused of verbally threatening the actress through third parties, with the intent of committing a crime against her.
According to the referral decision, these threats were allegedly accompanied by a demand that the assistant be reinstated in her position working with the actress. The prosecution further alleges that the assistant published matters damaging to the actress’s honor and reputation.
The prosecution’s decision also highlights the misuse of technology. The assistant is accused of using telecommunications devices to facilitate the threats and creating a Facebook account specifically to commit the alleged acts of public slander against the actress.
Potential Legal Outcomes
Following the court’s order for payment, the legal process may continue as the case against the assistant moves forward. The assistant could face penalties for the charges of slander and misuse of social media, while the financial ruling may be subject to further legal challenges or appeals.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much was Hala Sedky ordered to pay her assistant?
The South Giza Criminal Court ordered the actress to pay 100,000 Saudi Riyals.
What were the original accusations made by the assistant?
The assistant accused Hala Sedky of fraud and breach of trust, alleging the seizure of funds related to an appearance on the “Shukran Million” program.
What charges is the assistant facing?
The assistant is accused of making verbal threats via others, public slander, misuse of telecommunications devices and using a Facebook account to commit these crimes.
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