In a distressing incident in Dhaka’s Mugda area on Wednesday, 28 January, a rickshaw puller vanished along with a nearly three-year-old child, Hisan Rahman. According to the child’s mother, Sumaiya Akter, the pair were on their way home from a medical check-up when the rickshaw and its driver disappeared within minutes, leaving her frantic and searching across the neighbourhood. A General Diary (GD) has since been filed at Mugda Police Station.
Sumaiya Akter told Kaler Kantho, “We had just finished a hospital appointment around midday. On the way back home, Hisan asked for water. I left him briefly at a nearby shop to buy some, but when I returned, both the rickshaw and the driver had vanished.”
Muhammad Imdadul Islam Tayeb, Officer-in-Charge of Mugda Police Station, confirmed that investigations began immediately after the GD was lodged. “Several teams are actively working on this case,” he said. “We are analysing nearby CCTV footage to identify the rickshaw driver, and every effort is being made to locate the child swiftly and safely.”
Authorities reported that Hisan was in good health at the time of the incident, and there were no signs of injury. Police teams are canvassing the surrounding streets, rickshaw stands, and local shops to gather information. Residents in Mugda have expressed growing concern over child safety, calling for heightened vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement.
The police have urged anyone with information to contact Mugda Police Station immediately. Sources indicate that both technological tools and field operations are being employed intensively to trace the abductor and recover the child without delay.
A summary of the incident is provided below:
| Information Title | Details |
|---|---|
| Child’s Name | Hisan Rahman |
| Age | Approximately 3 years |
| Date & Time of Disappearance | 28 January, midday |
| Location of Incident | Road in front of Mugda Hospital |
| Child’s Mother | Sumaiya Akter |
| Rickshaw Driver | Missing, identity unknown |
| Police Action | GD filed, investigation launched, CCTV review, multiple teams deployed |
The disappearance has left the community alarmed, with parents in the area urged to stay vigilant. Police continue to pursue all leads and are coordinating field searches and technical surveillance in a bid to ensure the safe return of Hisan.