In a shocking incident in Hazaribagh, Dhaka, a 24-year-old man, identified as Mohammad Shipon, was brutally stabbed to death by unidentified assailants. The attack occurred in the Jhauchhar area of the capital, leaving the local community in fear and distress.
According to reports, the incident took place in the early hours of Wednesday, 31 December, around 3:30 a.m. Local residents discovered Shipon in a critically injured state in the lane adjacent to Siam School and immediately alerted the Hazaribagh police. He was rushed to the Dhaka Medical College Hospital’s emergency department, where attending doctors confirmed his death upon arrival.
Hazaribagh police Sub-Inspector (SI) Suman Chandra Shekh confirmed the tragic event, stating, “We received a report via the 999 hotline at approximately 2:45 a.m., indicating that a young man was lying in a pool of blood in the Jhauchhar lane near Siam School. Our team immediately rushed to the scene and transported him to the hospital, but unfortunately, he was pronounced dead on arrival.”
SI Shekh added that Shipon had suffered multiple stab wounds, primarily to the head and other parts of his body, indicating the use of a sharp-edged weapon. “At this stage, it is not yet clear who carried out this attack or what the motive was. A thorough investigation is underway,” he said. Shipon’s body has been sent to the hospital morgue for post-mortem examination.
Shipon’s personal details and family information are summarised below:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Mohammad Shipon |
| Age | 24 years |
| Permanent Residence | Comilla District |
| Current Residence | Opposite the Boro Mosque, Hazaribagh, Dhaka |
| Father’s Name | Shah Alam |
| Date of Death | 31 December 2025 |
| Hospital | Dhaka Medical College Hospital |
| Cause of Death | Multiple stab wounds |
Neighbours described Shipon as a quiet and well-behaved young man who lived near the Boro Mosque. The attack has sparked widespread concern, with local residents urging the authorities to bring the perpetrators to justice swiftly. Police have cordoned off the area and are reviewing CCTV footage while also interviewing witnesses to trace the attackers.
Shipon’s father, Shah Alam, expressed his grief: “Our son was peaceful and had no known enemies. We never imagined such a brutal act could happen to him.” Authorities have assured the public that every effort will be made to solve the case and ensure justice for the bereaved family.
The incident has heightened fears in Hazaribagh, a neighbourhood that has seen sporadic violence in the past, emphasising the need for increased security and community vigilance.