Final arguments are underway in the war crimes tribunal concerning the killing and burning of six activists in Ashulia, Savar, during the July uprising. The hearing took place on Tuesday before a three-member tribunal led by Justice Nazrul Islam Chowdhury. Defense lawyer Mirajul Alam, representing former DB Inspector Md. Arafat Hossain, argued that his client had no weapon and did not kill anyone. The tribunal responded that burning bodies does not require weapons. During the session, prosecutors questioned whether the defense was challenging the legitimacy of the July movement.

The prosecution had earlier filed a report accusing 16 individuals, including former MP Muhammad Saiful Islam, of crimes against humanity related to the incident. Eight of the accused, including several former police officials, are currently in custody. According to the investigation report, on August 5 of the previous year, police allegedly shot five people dead and seriously injured another near Ashulia Police Station before burning all six in a police vehicle.

The tribunal proceedings are nearing conclusion, with both sides presenting their final arguments before a verdict is expected.