Authorities have swiftly apprehended the prime suspect in the tragic killing of a divorced housewife, Rishma Khatun, in Joydebpur, Gazipur. The arrest of Masud Rana was carried out by RAB-1 in Kurigram, less than 24 hours after the incident, underscoring the rapid response and efficiency of local law enforcement agencies.
Senior Assistant Director of RAB-1, Shah Alam, confirmed the arrest in a press release on Friday morning. “The apprehended individual, Masud Rana, is the son of Omar Munsi from Anantapur village in Kurigram. Acting on precise intelligence and utilising technological support, our team was able to swiftly locate and detain him,” he stated.
Incident Details
The attack occurred on Wednesday morning in the Bikeybari area under Joydebpur police jurisdiction. The 30-year-old victim, Rishma Khatun, was on her way to work when Masud Rana allegedly assaulted her with a sharp knife. The attack followed her refusal to accept a renewed marriage proposal from him.
Colleagues of the victim raised an alarm, prompting Rana to flee the scene and go into hiding. Rishma was rushed to hospital in critical condition but tragically succumbed to her injuries en route. Her father, Md. Abdul Hakim, filed a formal complaint at Joydebpur Police Station.
RAB Operation and Arrest
Acting on intelligence and leveraging digital tracking technologies, the RAB-1 team from the Porabari camp conducted a targeted operation on Thursday night. Masud Rana was apprehended in the Buraburi area of Jalongarkuti, within Anantapur Char Union, Ulipur, Kurigram. Following his arrest, he was handed over to Joydebpur Police for legal proceedings.
Authorities have confirmed that investigations are ongoing to determine if any accomplices were involved in the crime.
Case Summary
| Subject | Details |
|---|---|
| Victim | Rishma Khatun (30) |
| Location of Incident | Joydebpur, Gazipur |
| Time of Incident | Wednesday morning |
| Perpetrator | Masud Rana |
| Suspect’s Origin | Anantapur village, Kurigram |
| Arrest Location | Buraburi, Jalongarkuti, Ulipur, Kurigram |
| Time of Arrest | Thursday night |
| Legal Action | Handed over to Joydebpur Police Station |
Shah Alam emphasised that the prompt investigation and rapid arrest reflect RAB’s commitment to operational efficiency and advanced use of technology. Evidence is being meticulously processed, and the case is moving through legal channels for subsequent hearings.
The murder has sent shockwaves through the local community, highlighting the urgent need to strengthen security measures and public safety initiatives in the area.