A DNA test has identified madrasa teacher Aman Ullah Mahmud Sagar as the biological father of a newborn girl born after the alleged rape of an 11-year-old child in Madan, Netrokona. The finding has now been formally placed before the court, adding a significant piece of scientific evidence to the case.
The DNA report was presented on Monday, 24 August, before the Women and Children Repression Prevention Tribunal. Public Prosecutor Nurul Kabir Rubel confirmed the development, saying the report identified Aman Ullah, who is the accused in the case, as the newborn’s biological father.
Aman Ullah was produced before the court on Monday, where the DNA findings were submitted as part of the ongoing judicial proceedings. The public prosecutor said the prosecution hoped to complete the trial within the next 60 days.
The case emerged after the child began experiencing illness and noticeable physical changes. According to information presented in connection with the case, the girl had been living at her maternal grandfather’s home after her parents separated and was studying at a women’s Qawmi madrasa established by Aman Ullah around four years ago. Her mother was working as a domestic helper in Sylhet to support the family.
On 18 April, after becoming concerned about her daughter’s condition, the mother took her to a clinic in Madan municipal town for medical tests. Doctors subsequently informed her that the child was pregnant.
Five days later, on 23 April, the mother filed a case against Aman Ullah. The accused was arrested by the Rapid Action Battalion from Gauripur in Mymensingh on 6 May. He was produced before a court the following day, which granted a three-day remand.
After the remand period, the investigating officer sought permission for a DNA examination. The court subsequently ordered that the accused undergo DNA testing, paving the way for forensic evidence to be collected as part of the investigation.
The child was later placed in a safe home under the Department of Social Services on 12 May, following a court order. The decision was taken with consideration for her safety and future welfare. She gave birth to a baby girl at the safe home on 2 July.
The newborn’s parentage was then subjected to forensic examination. Police applied to the court on 9 July for permission to conduct a DNA test on the baby. Following the court’s order, officers from the Criminal Investigation Department collected the newborn’s DNA sample from the safe home in Sylhet on 28 July.
The subsequent DNA report identified Aman Ullah as the newborn’s biological father.
The finding is significant because DNA evidence can provide an important scientific basis in cases involving disputed biological parentage. However, the DNA result itself does not determine criminal liability. The court will have to assess the complete body of evidence, including witness testimony, medical findings, investigation records and other material presented during the trial before reaching a final verdict.
The case has also drawn attention to the protection and welfare of the child involved. Beyond the legal proceedings, ensuring her safety, medical care and long-term support remains a critical concern. The authorities are expected to continue safeguarding both the child and her newborn while the judicial process moves forward.
