On 11 August 2024, a car accident caused by Aboul Fotouh on the Cairo-Alexandria road led to the death of a man. Aboul Fotouh was accompanied by his teammate, goalkeeper Mohamed Sobhy. The examination proved that Aboul Fotouh was under the influence of drugs. He was detained for 4 days pending investigation. On 13 August, his detention was renewed for 15 days.[6] He first appeared in court on 19 August. The case was adjourned until 16 September and he will remain in prison.[7] On 16 September, Abou El Fotouh was released on a 50,000 Egyptian pound bail, with the case scheduled for review on 22 October.[8] The Matrouh Criminal Court decided to postpone the trial of Aboul Fotouh to the November 16 session for pleading. Members of the victim's family attended, acknowledging the reconciliation.[9]