Dhaka police have arrested four individuals in connection with the shocking murder of content creator Rakibul Islam, which occurred near the Central Shaheed Minar in Shahbagh. The announcement was made on Wednesday morning by Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Talebur Rahman of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Media and Public Relations Division.
According to the police, a press briefing initially scheduled for 1:00 pm on Wednesday at the DMP Media Centre has been postponed due to unavoidable circumstances. Authorities have stated that further details regarding the arrests and ongoing investigation will be provided in due course.
Incident Details
The fatal attack took place on Sunday night around 9:15 pm, when Rakibul Islam was socialising with friends on the steps of the Shaheed Minar. Eyewitnesses reported that a group of youths suddenly approached the area, opened fire targeting him, and subsequently inflicted multiple stab wounds before fleeing the scene.
One of the attackers was apprehended on the spot by bystanders armed with a machete and handed over to Shahbagh Police Station.
Police investigations indicate that the attack was premeditated and stemmed from a romantic dispute. Authorities have confirmed that the assault involved seven to eight perpetrators, who were reportedly brought to Dhaka from a specific location on hire.
Victim Profile
Rakibul Islam, aged 20, was a second-year undergraduate student at Borhanuddin Postgraduate College in Dhaka.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Rakibul Islam |
| Age | 20 |
| Education | Second-year undergraduate, Borhanuddin Postgraduate College |
| Residence | Bhola Sadar Upazila |
| Parent | Tarikul Islam Khokon, employee at Dhaka University, Kuwait Maitree Hall |
The police have assured that investigations are ongoing, and operations to apprehend all those involved are actively underway. Authorities have also urged the public to come forward with any information that could assist in the case.
This incident has once again sparked discussions about safety in public spaces, particularly around prominent cultural landmarks like the Shaheed Minar, and the risks faced by young content creators in the city.
The DMP has pledged to ensure swift justice for the victim while intensifying security measures in high-risk areas.