Police in Sirajganj have arrested Jewel Sheikh, convener of the Sirajganj Government College unit of the Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal, on charges of sexually harassing a seventh-grade schoolgirl. The arrest took place Sunday night in the Soyagobindh Millon Mor area, and authorities confirmed Monday that he will be sent to court following a case filed by the victim’s sister.

According to the complaint, the accused met the girl through Facebook about eleven months ago and allegedly lured her with promises of marriage. The girl’s family claimed that after obtaining a party position, Sheikh deleted online communications and later refused to marry her. When the girl confronted him at his home, his family allegedly assaulted her and threatened her with further harm.

Police say the investigation is ongoing, and the case has drawn local attention due to the accused’s political affiliation. Authorities have pledged to ensure a fair legal process amid growing public concern over harassment cases involving political figures.