CU student slapped by doorman while returning home late at night, 30 injured in clash between students and locals

❐ CU Correspondent

A tense clash has occurred between students and locals in the Gate No. 2 area of ​​Chittagong University.

The clash erupted last night over allegations of beating a female student. At least 30 people were injured and are receiving treatment at the university’s medical center. Most of the injured were injured by bricks and stones. However, some were also injured by sharp weapons, it is said.

The university authorities have sent members of the proctoral body to the scene to bring the situation under control.

According to eyewitnesses and students, a student of the 2024-25 session of the philosophy department was returning to a house in the university area at night. Even though she returned a little late, the doorman prevented her from entering. When she requested to open the door, the doorman abused her in foul language and at one point slapped her on the cheek.

Later, when her roommate and some locals came forward, the student alleged that the doorman pushed and kicked her.

The situation became more heated when some students gathered there in protest and went to look for the doorman. Later, there was a chase and counter-chase between the two sides, which turned into a clash. At least 30 people from both sides were injured in the pelting of bricks and stones.

Classmates said that Imtiaz, a student of the 20th-21st session of the Law Department, and several others are in critical condition.

Student Al Masnun said the doorman was seen fleeing the scene and was later caught, but locals attacked and kidnapped him.

University Proctor Tanvir Mohammad Haider said, “As soon as we received news of the incident, security personnel and police were informed. They reached the spot and are trying to bring the situation under control.”