Unlicensed factory selling rotten poultry seized in Qalyubia
Regulatory authorities in the Qalyubia Governorate of Egypt have successfully uncovered a serious food crime, as an unlicensed factory was seized for processing large quantities of rotten poultry unfit for human consumption.
The incident began when the relevant authorities launched a surprise inspection campaign on a factory in the area, discovering tons of poultry parts of unknown origin that had expired. Those operating the factory were planning to use this meat to manufacture popular, widely consumed meals such as shawarma, kofta, and sausage.
Initial reports confirmed that these products were intended to be sold to citizens in the markets, posing a significant risk to public health. Authorities confiscated all the quantities seized inside the factory and closed it immediately to take the necessary legal measures against those responsible.
This campaign comes as part of the state's ongoing efforts to regulate markets and protect consumers from commercial fraud. The competent authorities continue to urge citizens to exercise caution when purchasing food products and to ensure they come from reliable sources to guarantee their safety.