In a significant development in Barisal, content creator Pabel Munsi has been remanded to prison following a court order. The decision was made during a session at the Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Court in Barisal, where Munsi appeared to request bail.
On Thursday, 12 March, during the afternoon session, Chief Metropolitan Magistrate S.M. Shariyatullah rejected Munsi’s bail application and directed that he be sent to prison immediately. The court’s bench assistant, Abdur Rahman, confirmed the order.
The case concerns a violent incident in which an elderly shopkeeper was allegedly assaulted. Munsi, the son of Rafiq Munsi from Dinga Manik village in Chormonai Union, Barisal Sadar, reportedly played a central role in the attack.
Allegations and Incident Details
According to Sub-Inspector Shambhu Kanchi Lal, the General Register Officer (GRO) of Kotwali Model Police Station, the sequence of events unfolded as follows:
Pabel Munsi had acquired goods on credit from Jafar Hawladar, a grocery store owner in Bukhainagar Market, Chormonai Union. When Munsi later demanded repayment of the outstanding dues, a violent confrontation ensued on 31 October 2025. Reports allege that Munsi, armed with sharp homemade weapons and sticks, assaulted Hawladar with the intent to kill.
During the attack, Jafar Hawladar sustained serious injuries. Additionally, the assailant allegedly assaulted Hawladar’s son and committed acts of sexual harassment against his daughter. The incident reportedly also involved the looting of approximately BDT 250,000 from the family.
Following the attack, the injured shopkeeper filed a formal complaint with Kotwali Model Police Station, naming Pabel Munsi as the principal accused. After Munsi surrendered to the court, the magistrate denied his bail application, citing the severity of the charges, and ordered his remand to prison.
Summary of the Case
| Date of Incident | Accused | Complainant | Allegations | Financial Loss | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 October 2025 | Pabel Munsi | Jafar Hawladar | Attempted murder, assault, sexual harassment | BDT 250,000 | Bukhainagar Market, Chormonai, Barisal Sadar |
The case has drawn considerable attention locally due to the serious nature of the allegations and the involvement of a public figure in the content creation space. Legal authorities have confirmed that further investigation and trial proceedings will continue under the supervision of the court, and Munsi remains in custody until further notice.
This case highlights ongoing concerns about violent disputes over financial transactions in local marketplaces and the potential escalation into serious criminal acts. Authorities have urged the public to cooperate with law enforcement during the investigation to ensure justice is served.