A 19-year-old tile worker named Faruk was stabbed to death by a group of teenagers in Dhaka’s Jatrabari area on Tuesday evening, December 16. The attack occurred near the Al Falah Mosque alley in Kajla Nayanagar, where witnesses reported seeing 10 to 15 youths assaulting the victim before fleeing the scene. Faruk, originally from Bancharampur in Brahmanbaria, was taken to Dhaka Medical College Hospital, where doctors declared him dead.

According to local youths, the attackers may be from the same neighborhood, though none could identify them or explain the motive behind the assault. Police confirmed the death and sent the body for autopsy. The Jatrabari police have begun an investigation to determine the cause and identify those responsible.

Authorities are examining possible links to local disputes or youth gang activity, which have been rising in parts of Dhaka. Investigators are collecting CCTV footage and witness statements to trace the suspects and prevent further violence in the area.

Bangladesh’s Rapid Action Battalion (RAB-2) has arrested the parents of Faisal Karim Masud, the prime suspect in the attempted murder of Inqilab Mancha spokesperson Sharif Osman Hadi. The arrests followed a raid in Dhaka’s Agargaon area, where officers recovered 11 rounds of ammunition, two magazines, and a knife. Faisal’s father, Humayun Kabir, was detained in Narsingdi, while his mother was taken in for questioning. Authorities also seized multiple passports, checkbooks, and electronic devices from Faisal’s sister’s residence.

RAB officials said CCTV footage showed Faisal and his accomplice leaving his sister’s home on December 12, the day of the attack, and later returning to retrieve hidden items. The footage guided investigators to recover the weapons. Hadi, who was shot while campaigning as a potential independent candidate for Dhaka-8 in the upcoming parliamentary election, remains in critical condition and has been transferred to Singapore for advanced treatment.

Police have intensified efforts to capture Faisal and his associates, amid reports that the attackers may have fled across the border into India.

Bangladesh’s Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) has arrested Humayun, the father of Faisal Karim Masud, the prime suspect in the shooting of Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of Inquilab Moncho and an independent aspirant for Dhaka-8 constituency. The arrest took place in Narsingdi at Faisal’s in-laws’ residence, according to a RAB press release issued late Tuesday night.

Authorities reported that three firearms believed to have been used in the attempted murder were recovered from a pond near the location. The arrest follows an ongoing investigation into the December attack on Hadi, which sparked public concern over political violence ahead of the upcoming national elections. RAB officials stated that efforts are continuing to locate Faisal Karim Masud, who remains at large.

The incident has drawn attention to rising tensions among independent and party-affiliated candidates in Dhaka. Security agencies have increased surveillance in politically sensitive areas, while election observers have urged restraint and impartial investigation into all politically motivated attacks.

Bangladesh’s Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) has recovered two magazines, 11 bullets, and several documents from the house of Faisal Karim Masud’s sister in Agargaon, Dhaka. Faisal is the prime suspect in the attempted murder of Sharif Osman Hadi, an independent candidate for Dhaka-8. The raid, conducted Tuesday night, followed analysis of CCTV footage and intelligence inputs.

According to RAB, the operation also led to the seizure of a knife, multiple passports, checkbooks, and electronic devices. CCTV footage reportedly showed Faisal, his associate Alamgir, and family members handling items near the building shortly after the shooting incident. The case, initially filed at Paltan Police Station, has since been transferred to the Detective Branch (DB) for further investigation.

Hadi was shot last Friday while campaigning in Purana Paltan and later flown to Singapore for advanced treatment. The recovery of ammunition near Faisal’s family home has intensified scrutiny of the suspect’s network and raised questions about political violence ahead of the upcoming election.

Bangladesh’s law enforcement agencies have launched a manhunt for Philip Snal, suspected of helping two men accused in the shooting of Osman Hadi to cross into India. Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) confirmed the arrest of two of Snal’s associates, Sanjay Chisim and Sibiron Dio, from the Haluaghat border area in Mymensingh. Both detainees are alleged members of a human trafficking network operating along the Bangladesh-India frontier.

Officials said the suspects may have assisted Hadi’s attackers, Faisal and Alamgir, in fleeing through underground tunnels beneath the border fence. CCTV footage from nearby areas failed to capture their movements, complicating the investigation. Local residents reported that Snal, who frequently traveled between Bangladesh and India, has been missing since last week.

Authorities continue joint operations by police and BGB to locate Snal and verify whether the attackers have entered India. The case underscores persistent challenges in securing porous border zones and combating illegal cross-border networks.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) conducted a special operation across Pallabi and Uttara areas, arresting 31 individuals allegedly involved in various criminal activities. According to a DMP press release issued on Tuesday, 17 suspects were detained from Pallabi, 16 from Uttara East, and 14 from Uttara West police station areas. The arrests targeted individuals accused in regular cases, drug-related crimes, and those with outstanding warrants.

Police officials stated that the operation was part of an ongoing effort to maintain law and order in the capital. The arrested individuals include known offenders with prior criminal records, and investigations are underway to determine their involvement in recent incidents. Authorities emphasized that such drives will continue to curb rising urban crime and ensure public safety.

The DMP reiterated its commitment to sustaining these operations as part of a broader strategy to strengthen community security and deter organized criminal networks in Dhaka’s densely populated neighborhoods.

A Dhaka court has granted a seven-day remand for Md. Kabir, an associate of fugitive suspect Faisal Karim Masud, in connection with the attempted murder of Osman Hadi. The order was issued by Metropolitan Magistrate Hasibuzzaman after a hearing on Tuesday. Kabir was arrested in Narayanganj’s Fatullah area and brought before the court, where the police sought a ten-day remand. Investigators allege Kabir owned the motorcycle used in the attack and assisted in the murder attempt.

During the hearing, Kabir claimed the motorcycle was purchased by his friend Mainuddin Islam Shuvo, using Kabir’s ID card only for registration. He also stated he had previously worked as an Uber driver and had been contacted several times by Faisal Karim Masud for errands. Meanwhile, Faisal’s wife, friend, and brother-in-law are already on five-day remand, and another suspect, Abdul Hannan, is on three-day remand under Section 54.

Police continue to investigate the motive and network behind the attack, which has drawn public attention due to the involvement of multiple associates and the use of false ownership documents.

Australian authorities are investigating conflicting reports about the nationality of the gunman involved in the deadly Bondi Beach shooting in Sydney. The attacker, identified as Sajid Akram, was killed at the scene, while his 24-year-old son, Navid Akram, remains hospitalized. Initial social media claims described the suspect as Pakistani, but no official documentation has confirmed that nationality.

Philippine immigration officials revealed that Sajid and Navid Akram spent most of November 2025 in the Philippines, entering the country from Sydney on November 1. Sajid reportedly declared himself as an Indian citizen upon entry, while his son held Australian citizenship. They departed the Philippines on November 28 for Sydney, days before the attack.

New South Wales Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon confirmed that investigations are ongoing into the pair’s background, motives, and citizenship status. Authorities have urged the public to avoid speculation until the inquiry concludes, noting that no verified evidence yet supports claims of Pakistani citizenship.

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) conducted a special operation across the capital to maintain law and order, resulting in the arrest of 47 individuals in Mirpur and Uttara. The arrests were made by three police stations—Pallabi, Uttara East, and Uttara West—during a daylong drive on December 15, confirmed DMP Deputy Commissioner of Media and Public Relations Muhammad Talebur Rahman on Tuesday.

According to police sources, Pallabi Police Station detained 17 suspects from Mirpur, while Uttara East and Uttara West stations arrested 16 and 14 individuals respectively. The detainees include suspects in regular criminal cases, narcotics-related offenses, and those with outstanding warrants. Authorities stated that all arrestees have been sent to court following legal procedures.

The DMP has recently intensified its citywide operations to curb rising street crimes and ensure public safety. Officials indicated that similar drives will continue in other parts of Dhaka as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen urban security and community confidence.

A man named Hafizul Islam, 45, was killed in Kushtia’s Sadar upazila on Tuesday afternoon after a violent altercation with his cousin over chickens entering a garlic field. Police confirmed that the incident occurred in Mothpara village, where Hafizul was attacked with a sharp weapon by his cousin Mahid following a long-standing family dispute. Two individuals have been detained, though no formal case has yet been filed.

According to Hafizul’s brother, the conflict had been ongoing for months as the chickens repeatedly damaged Mahid’s garlic plants. When the issue resurfaced on Tuesday, an argument escalated into physical violence, leading Mahid to strike Hafizul with a spear-like weapon. Hafizul was rushed to Kushtia General Hospital, where he died from excessive bleeding, confirmed the hospital’s resident physician Dr. Hossain Imam.

Police are investigating the incident and awaiting autopsy results. The case highlights recurring rural disputes in Bangladesh that often escalate into fatal violence over minor property or livestock issues.

Police in Dhunat upazila of Bogura have arrested four local leaders of the Awami League and Jubo League in connection with two separate cases involving arson, vandalism, and a cocktail attack. The cases stem from incidents targeting former MP GM Siraj’s vehicle and a local Jubo Dal leader. The detainees were sent to Bogura District Jail on Tuesday following their arrest from their homes.

According to case details, one incident occurred in February when Awami League activists held a torch procession in Dhunat town, leading to a clash with Jubo Dal members and an alleged cocktail attack. Another case relates to a 2018 campaign event where GM Siraj’s vehicle was attacked and set on fire. Police said efforts are ongoing to apprehend other accused individuals.

The arrests come amid heightened political tensions in the region ahead of national elections, with law enforcement under pressure to curb politically motivated violence. Authorities have pledged further operations to prevent recurrence of such incidents.

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) detained a woman on Tuesday evening while she allegedly attempted to cross into India illegally through the Baghdanga border in Maheshpur upazila of Jhenaidah district. The arrest was confirmed in a press release signed by Musi Imdadur Rahman, Assistant Director of BGB Battalion 58, based in Maheshpur.

According to the statement, a patrol team from Baghdanga Border Outpost (BOP) conducted an operation along the frontier and apprehended the woman as she tried to enter Indian territory without valid documents. In a separate anti-narcotics drive, BGB personnel from Medinipur and Uthli BOPs recovered 744 Viagra tablets abandoned by unidentified suspects.

BGB officials stated that the detained woman would be transferred to the Justice and Care shelter in Jashore for further legal and humanitarian processing. The incident highlights continued challenges in managing cross-border movement and smuggling activities along the Bangladesh–India frontier.

A Dhaka Metropolitan Magistrate Court has granted a seven-day remand for Kabir, known as “Dantbhanga Kabir,” a close associate of Faisal Karim Masud, the prime suspect in the attempted murder of Inquilab Moncho convener Sharif Osman Hadi. Kabir was arrested in Fatullah, Narayanganj, and produced before the court on Tuesday, where Detective Branch Inspector Faisal Ahmed had sought a ten-day remand for interrogation.

The case was filed on December 14 by Inquilab Moncho’s member secretary Abdullah Al Jaber, following the December 12 shooting of Hadi in Dhaka’s Paltan area. Hadi, an independent candidate for Dhaka-8 in the upcoming 13th national election, was attacked while returning from a campaign event. He was critically injured and later transferred to Singapore for advanced treatment. Several others, including Faisal’s wife, friend, and brother-in-law, are already in police custody.

Investigators suspect the attack was politically motivated, linked to attempts to disrupt the upcoming election. Authorities continue to pursue leads amid heightened security and political tension in Dhaka.

Police in Bhangura, Pabna, have arrested two activists of the banned Chhatra League in connection with an explosives case. The detainees, identified as Bayezid Hossain of Puibil village and Suman Hossain of Patharghata village, were taken into custody from their homes late Monday night. Officer-in-Charge SM Mostafizur Rahman confirmed the arrests and said both were wanted in a case involving a cocktail explosion near the BNP office in Ashtamanisha Union.

Bayezid is also the second accused in a previous assault case against journalist Manik Hossain, who suffered a broken leg during the attack. Following legal procedures, both suspects were sent to Pabna Jail on Tuesday afternoon. Local authorities said the arrests are part of ongoing efforts to curb political violence and ensure accountability for recent unrest.

The incident underscores rising tensions between rival political groups in the region, with law enforcement maintaining heightened vigilance ahead of upcoming political events.

Bangladesh’s Rapid Action Battalion (RAB-1) has arrested alleged top criminal Altaf, also known as 'Thotkata Altaf', along with two associates in Tongi, Gazipur. The arrests were made early Monday during a raid at the Tongi BSCIC industrial area in connection with an attempted murder case filed by Yusuf Ali Redwan, a member of the group 'July Rebels'. Altaf, 46, is the son of Nayeb Ali from Dhaka’s Dakshinkhan area and faces 16 prior criminal cases across multiple police stations.

According to RAB, the arrests followed a violent attack on December 13 in Uttara, where Altaf and his group allegedly assaulted Redwan with local weapons after a protest event, leaving him critically injured. The attack also involved vandalism and intimidation near the July Rebels’ office. RAB confirmed the arrests through a press release issued by Senior Assistant Director Md Rakib Hasan.

Authorities have handed the detainees over to local police for further legal action. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about organized crime and political violence in Dhaka’s suburban areas.