Police in Dhaka have sought a ten-day remand for Sohel Rana, the prime accused in the killing of a child in the Pallabi area of Mirpur. The application was submitted on Wednesday when officers from Pallabi Police Station produced him before the court following his arrest in a late-night operation.
According to police accounts, Sohel Rana had been absconding since the incident and was eventually apprehended on Tuesday night from the Fatulla area of Narayanganj. Law enforcement officials stated that his location was traced through a combination of digital surveillance and intelligence gathering. His wife, Swapan, had earlier been detained for questioning in connection with the same case.
The murder occurred on Tuesday morning at approximately 9:00 am in a residential flat in Block B of Section 11 in Pallabi. The victim, Ramisa, was the daughter of Abdul Hannan Mollah, a local resident. The sudden and violent nature of the incident prompted immediate police response and triggered a broader investigation into the circumstances surrounding the killing.
Following the discovery of the body, officers from Criminal Investigation Department and Special Branch visited the crime scene. They collected forensic evidence and assisted the local police team in securing and documenting the site. Authorities have confirmed that the investigation is ongoing and that they are examining whether additional individuals may have been involved.
Police also indicated that the motive behind the killing remains unclear. Investigators are currently reviewing the suspect’s background, movements prior to the incident, and any possible disputes or interactions that may have contributed to the crime. Officials emphasised that all angles are being explored in order to ensure a comprehensive investigation.
Case Timeline Overview
| Time / Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Tuesday (Morning, ~9:00 am) | Murder of child Ramisa in Pallabi residential flat |
| Tuesday (Later) | Body recovered by Pallabi Police Station; initial investigation begins |
| Tuesday (Evening/Night) | Sohel Rana arrested in Fatulla, Narayanganj |
| Wednesday | Suspect produced before court; police seek 10-day remand |
| Ongoing | CID and Special Branch assist investigation; evidence collection continues |
Authorities have stated that the remand period, if granted, will allow investigators to conduct detailed interrogation of the accused and attempt to reconstruct the sequence of events leading to the crime. The case has drawn significant attention locally due to the victim’s age and the circumstances of the incident, while police continue to urge the public to allow the judicial process to proceed without interference.