A tragic incident unfolded in the hilly region of Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar, early on Wednesday, 11 March, when a 25-year-old woman was found murdered in her own home during the pre-dawn hours of Ramadan.
The victim, Jazida Akter, was the wife of Mohammad Shafiqul Islam, a daily wage labourer from Mosarkhola, Palongkhali Union. Police reported that Shafiqul was away on work in Bandarban at the time, leaving the household vulnerable.
Nurul Bashar, the victim’s father-in-law, discovered her lifeless body. “My son and his wife lived a short distance from our home. My wife has been unwell since before Ramadan. Each day, Jazida would prepare the pre-dawn meal. Today, she did not call me as usual, so I went to check. When I turned on the light, I saw her lying on the floor, covered in blood,” he recounted.
Jazida’s father, Nurul Islam, described ongoing familial tensions. “My daughter’s marriage to Shafiqul was socially recognised. Within a few years, disagreements began, and she suffered physical abuse not only from her husband but also from her in-laws. This was not an accident—my daughter was deliberately killed,” he said.
The authorities immediately responded to the scene. Officer-in-Charge of Ukhiya Police, Mohammad Nasir Uddin, confirmed: “A team was dispatched as soon as we received the report. The victim was found deceased on the floor. We are conducting a thorough investigation to identify those responsible.”
Jazida Akter’s body has been sent to Cox’s Bazar District Hospital for a post-mortem examination. Investigators are pursuing all leads to determine the motive and apprehend the perpetrators.
Incident Summary
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Victim | Jazida Akter, 25 |
| Husband | Mohammad Shafiqul Islam, daily wage labourer |
| Location | Mosarkhola, Palongkhali Union, Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar |
| Date & Time | 11 March, pre-dawn hours |
| Method | Stabbing (under investigation) |
| Discovery | By father-in-law inside home |
| Current Status | Post-mortem conducted; police investigation ongoing |
The community has been left in shock over the violent nature of the crime, particularly during the sacred month of Ramadan, raising concerns about domestic safety and protection of women in remote regions. Local authorities are urging residents with any information to assist in the investigation.
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