Mohammad Ali Zahid, 45, the proprietor of the computer education institute Cybertech in Bogura, was arrested in Dhaka recently. He is the son of the late Professor Abdus Sattar of Kamargari area in Bogura town. Zahid was taken into custody on 6 December at approximately 8:30 pm near Technical Mor, Dhaka, while attempting to flee abroad. He was subsequently presented before the Dhaka CMM Court on Sunday, which approved a three-day remand. SI Sajib Ahmed of Kotwali Police Station, Dhaka Metropolitan Police, confirmed the arrest.
According to police sources, the case against Zahid was filed by a widow from Bogura, Mrs Mostafiya Ferdousi, who is a mother of three children. Her husband passed away in 2018. While attending a computer course in Bogura town, she became acquainted with Mohammad Ali Zahid. Their acquaintance eventually led to marriage on 5 May 2019, with a dowry of two lakh taka agreed upon.
Following their marriage, Zahid reportedly pressured Mrs Ferdousi to invest money in his business under the pretext of a loan. Between 2019 and January 2025, Zahid and other accused individuals allegedly obtained a total of five million taka from her, citing it as a business loan. Despite repeated requests for repayment, Zahid and his associates continually delayed returning the money, giving varying dates and excuses for the postponement.
After Mrs Ferdousi lodged a formal complaint with the police, Zahid was arrested in connection with the case. Authorities noted that his attempted flight abroad made the apprehension particularly critical. The accused remains in remand, and investigations are ongoing under the supervision of the court.
The case highlights that the law does not tolerate the exploitation of personal life or financial security under the guise of business or property dealings. Investigations will also focus on ensuring compensation to the complainant. A closer examination of the case underscores how prolonged financial manipulations and unethical pressures can significantly affect an individual’s life.
Local residents and social observers have expressed that abusing business positions to exploit others’ finances is entirely unacceptable. Law enforcement authorities are monitoring the situation closely and are making efforts to ensure a prompt and fair resolution.
The arrest and remand of Mohammad Ali Zahid have been widely reported by local and national media, demonstrating the authorities’ firm stance against economic crimes and fraudulent activities. This case reflects law enforcement’s continued commitment to tackle financial exploitation decisively.