In a harrowing turn of events, Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal has ordered the imprisonment of three former police officers in connection with the killing and subsequent burning of six young men during an anti-discrimination student protest in Ashulia, Savar, on August 5, 2024.
On August 5, 2024, during a student-led protest against discrimination in Ashulia, six young men were allegedly shot dead. Subsequently, their bodies were placed in a police van, transported near a local shop close to the police station, and set ablaze with petrol. Shockingly, investigations revealed that one of the victims was still alive when the fire was set, leading to his death by burning.
The International Crimes Tribunal has taken significant steps in response to this incident:
Three former police officers have been ordered to be imprisoned- Md. Abdullahil Kafi, former Additional Superintendent of Police (Crime and Operations) of Dhaka District. Md. Shahidul Islam, former Additional Superintendent of Police (Savar Circle) and Md. Arafat Hossain, former Detective Branch Inspector.
Constable Mukul Chokdar and Sub-Inspector Malek have been arrested. Mukul Chokdar has been presented before the tribunal and sent to jail.
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A warrant has been issued for the arrest of former Member of Parliament for Dhaka-19, Muhammad Saiful Islam. Investigations suggest he was directly involved in the shootings, with allegations that he personally fired shots during the incident.
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Chief Prosecutor Mohammad Tazul Islam has highlighted the brutality of the incident, noting that the act of burning the bodies was a deliberate attempt to shift the blame onto the protesting students and public. The investigation uncovered that at least one victim was alive when set on fire, emphasizing the heinous nature of the crime.
The tribunal has scheduled the next hearing for January 26. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend other individuals involved in the incident. This case marks a significant moment as it's the first time an investigation of this nature has been completed under the International Crimes Tribunal, setting a precedent for future cases involving crimes against humanity.
The nation watches closely as the legal proceedings continue, seeking justice for the victims and accountability for those responsible.
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