Attempt to Snatch Accused in Child Rape Case from Police Station in Jashore

Local Correspondent

In Jashore, agitated students attempted to snatch the accused in a case of attempted rape of a 5-year-old girl, the daughter of a rickshaw puller, from the police station to administer social punishment.

The incident occurred at Jashore Kotwali Model Police Station on March 19, Wednesday, just before Iftar. At that time, the students tried unsuccessfully to take the accused from the police and even raised their hands against the police and the accused.

Kazi Babul Hossain, the Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Jashore Kotwali Police Station, said that on Wednesday afternoon, a young man named Arman attempted to rape the 5-year-old daughter of a rickshaw puller in the Kharki area of Jashore city at her home.

When the child’s father arrived home, Arman fled. Police conducted a raid and arrested the attempted rapist, Md. Arman (18), and brought him to the police station.

Upon hearing the news, outraged students surrounded the police station, demanding public justice. At one point, they tried to beat Arman and snatch him away.

Later, the police assured the students of a fair trial, bringing the situation under control.

A case has been filed at Jashore Kotwali Model Police Station regarding the incident. The accused has been sent to jail through the court.